The SIR exercise has already been successfully completed in Bihar and is currently underway in 12 states and union territories. The Bihar experience proved particularly encouraging, with Kumar noting that "not a single appeal was filed against the final electoral roll, establishing its sa
According to ECI, the theme of the event is "My India, My Vote" and the tagline is "Citizen at the Heart of Indian Democracy". ECI said that President Droupadi Murmu will preside over the function as the Chief Guest.
While highlighting how celebrations for the republic have been ongoing, including the upcoming National Voters Day on January 25, he highlighted how the appointment letters are an "invitation to nation building."
Since 2011, National Voters' Day has been observed annually on January 25 to commemorate the foundation day of the Election Commission of India. This event aims to underline the centrality of the voter, raise electoral awareness among citizens and inspire their active participation in the de
Addressing the program, Patel said, "Free and fair election system and participation of voters is the basic foundation of democracy. The work being done by the Election Commission in this direction is commendable. The Commission should also make special efforts to increase voting percentage
According to an official release, the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) R Alice Vaz stated that the main purpose of the National Voters' Day celebration is to encourage, facilitate, and maximise voter participation, particularly among first-time voters.
On the occasion of National Voters Day, AAP Convenor and Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal extended his best wishes to the people of the nation.
"Even as we celebrate National Voter's Day, the ceaseless erosion of the institutional integrity of the Election Commission of India, in the last ten years, is a matter of grave national concern," Kharge posted on X.
On the occasion of National Voters Day, Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh raised concern over the 'independence' and 'professionalism' of the Election Commission of India, alleging that it has been compromised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.