Prime Minister Narendra Modi exercised his democratic right by casting his vote in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad during the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections, urging citizens to participate wholeheartedly in the festival of democracy.
Displaying his inked finger after voting at a polling booth in Ahmedabad’s Nishan Higher Secondary School, Prime Minister Modi emphasized the significance of voting as an essential aspect of citizenship. He appealed to voters to embrace their responsibility and contribute to the democratic process by casting their ballots.
Addressing the media after casting his vote, Prime Minister Modi underscored the importance of ‘Daan’ (the act of giving) in Indian culture and encouraged citizens to view voting as a form of ‘Daan’ to the nation. He urged people to exercise their franchise to the fullest extent possible, reminding them that four more rounds of voting lay ahead.
Expressing his connection to Gujarat as a voter, Prime Minister Modi highlighted that it was the only place where he regularly exercised his voting rights. He also mentioned Amit Shah, who is contesting from the state as a Bharatiya Janata Party candidate, emphasizing the significance of the electoral process in shaping the nation’s leadership.