NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged young citizens to register as voters upon turning 18, calling it a vital step towards strengthening India’s democracy and fulfilling their constitutional responsibility.Speaking during the 130th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, Modi highlighted the significance of the upcoming Republic Day and the constitutional values it represents.“Tomorrow, on January 26, we will celebrate our Republic Day. On this day, our Constitution came into force. This day gives us an opportunity to pay homage to the architects of the Constitution,” the Prime Minister said.He also drew attention to the importance of January 25, which is observed as National Voters’ Day, describing it as a key occasion in the democratic calendar.“Today is the National Voters’ Day. The voter is the soul of democracy. Generally, when someone turns 18, they become a voter; it is considered an ordinary stage in a person’s life. However, this occasion is a very big milestone in an Indian’s life. Hence, it is very important that we celebrate becoming a voter in the country,” Modi said.The Prime Minister reiterated that encouraging youth participation in the electoral process is essential to sustaining and deepening democratic values in the country.Top quotes from PM during Mann Ki Baat
- “India one of the fastest growing economies, now time to prioritise quality.”
- “Indian products should be synonymous with top quality; let us make excellence our benchmark”.
- “The sense of duty that the Constitution expects from every citizen will be fulfilled and also strengthen Bharat’s democracy”, the PM said.
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