New Delhi: Describing voting as a "prime" duty, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged personalities, including Pranab Mukherjee, Rahul Gandhi, Mamata Banerjee, Ratan Tata and P V Sindhu, to encourage people to exercise their franchise in the Lok Sabha elections beginning April 11.
I appeal to @RahulGandhi, @MamataOfficial, @PawarSpeaks, @Mayawati, @yadavakhilesh, @yadavtejashwi and @mkstalin to encourage increased voter participation in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. A high turnout augurs well for our democratic fabric.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">I appeal to @RahulGandhi, @MamataOfficial, @PawarSpeaks, @Mayawati, @yadavakhilesh, @yadavtejashwi and @mkstalin to encourage increased voter participation in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. A high turnout augurs well for our democratic fabric.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019I appeal to @RahulGandhi, @MamataOfficial, @PawarSpeaks, @Mayawati, @yadavakhilesh, @yadavtejashwi and @mkstalin to encourage increased voter participation in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. A high turnout augurs well for our democratic fabric.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
Dear @Mohanlal and @iamnagarjuna,
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Your performances have entertained millions over the years and you have also won many awards. I request you to create greater voter awareness and urge people to vote in large numbers.
The award here is, a vibrant democracy.
">Dear @Mohanlal and @iamnagarjuna,
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
Your performances have entertained millions over the years and you have also won many awards. I request you to create greater voter awareness and urge people to vote in large numbers.
The award here is, a vibrant democracy.Dear @Mohanlal and @iamnagarjuna,
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
Your performances have entertained millions over the years and you have also won many awards. I request you to create greater voter awareness and urge people to vote in large numbers.
The award here is, a vibrant democracy.
I appeal to @RubikaLiyaquat, @anjanaomkashyap, @sudhirchaudhary, @rahulkanwal and the team of @republic to spread awareness on voter registration, and why every Indian, particularly the youth should vote.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
Your support can ensure more people exercise their franchise.
">I appeal to @RubikaLiyaquat, @anjanaomkashyap, @sudhirchaudhary, @rahulkanwal and the team of @republic to spread awareness on voter registration, and why every Indian, particularly the youth should vote.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
Your support can ensure more people exercise their franchise.I appeal to @RubikaLiyaquat, @anjanaomkashyap, @sudhirchaudhary, @rahulkanwal and the team of @republic to spread awareness on voter registration, and why every Indian, particularly the youth should vote.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
Your support can ensure more people exercise their franchise.
In a series of tweets and a blog post, he said voting is among a citizen's prime duties.
I appeal to @RSSorg, NCC, NSS, Nehru Yuva Kendra and @Brahmakumaris to help increase voter awareness and tap the power of society for democracy.
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">I appeal to @RSSorg, NCC, NSS, Nehru Yuva Kendra and @Brahmakumaris to help increase voter awareness and tap the power of society for democracy.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019I appeal to @RSSorg, NCC, NSS, Nehru Yuva Kendra and @Brahmakumaris to help increase voter awareness and tap the power of society for democracy.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
"A vote signifies the willingness to contribute to the development trajectory of the nation. By voting, people connect themselves with the country's dreams and aspirations," he wrote.
I call upon veterans of the media world, @RajatSharmaLive, @subhashchandra and @vineetjaintimes to take the lead in highlighting the need to vote in large numbers. Doing so would ensure greater participation in democratic processes and strengthen our nation's development.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
">I call upon veterans of the media world, @RajatSharmaLive, @subhashchandra and @vineetjaintimes to take the lead in highlighting the need to vote in large numbers. Doing so would ensure greater participation in democratic processes and strengthen our nation's development.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019I call upon veterans of the media world, @RajatSharmaLive, @subhashchandra and @vineetjaintimes to take the lead in highlighting the need to vote in large numbers. Doing so would ensure greater participation in democratic processes and strengthen our nation's development.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
He tagged personalities from a cross-section of society, including politics, industry, media, films, sports and social work, to drive home his point.
Dear @akshaykumar, @bhumipednekar and @ayushmannk,
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
The power of a vote is immense and we all need to improve awareness on its importance.
Thoda Dum Lagaiye aur Voting ko Ek Superhit Katha banaiye.
">Dear @akshaykumar, @bhumipednekar and @ayushmannk,
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
The power of a vote is immense and we all need to improve awareness on its importance.
Thoda Dum Lagaiye aur Voting ko Ek Superhit Katha banaiye.Dear @akshaykumar, @bhumipednekar and @ayushmannk,
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
The power of a vote is immense and we all need to improve awareness on its importance.
Thoda Dum Lagaiye aur Voting ko Ek Superhit Katha banaiye.
"I appeal to @RahulGandhi, @MamataOfficial, @PawarSpeaks, @Mayawati, @yadavakhilesh, @yadavtejashwi and @mkstalin to encourage increased voter participation in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. A high turnout augurs well for our democratic fabric," Modi wrote on his personal Twitter handle.
Voting is not only a right but it’s also a duty.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
Dear @BeingSalmanKhan and @aamir_khan,
It is time to inspire and motivate youth in your own Andaz to vote so that we can strengthen Apna Democracy & Apna country.
">Voting is not only a right but it’s also a duty.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
Dear @BeingSalmanKhan and @aamir_khan,
It is time to inspire and motivate youth in your own Andaz to vote so that we can strengthen Apna Democracy & Apna country.Voting is not only a right but it’s also a duty.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
Dear @BeingSalmanKhan and @aamir_khan,
It is time to inspire and motivate youth in your own Andaz to vote so that we can strengthen Apna Democracy & Apna country.
In another tweet, he urged film personalities such as Mohan Lal and
Nagarjuna Akkineni to create greater voter awareness.
Urging @SrBachchan, @iamsrk and @karanjohar to creatively ensure high voter awareness and participation in the coming elections.
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Because...its all about loving your democracy (and strengthening it). :)
">Urging @SrBachchan, @iamsrk and @karanjohar to creatively ensure high voter awareness and participation in the coming elections.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
Because...its all about loving your democracy (and strengthening it). :)Urging @SrBachchan, @iamsrk and @karanjohar to creatively ensure high voter awareness and participation in the coming elections.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
Because...its all about loving your democracy (and strengthening it). :)
"Your performances have entertained millions over the years and you have also won many awards. I request you to create greater voter awareness and urge people to vote in large numbers," he said.
The media plays a vital role in a democracy.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
It is also a strong influence on people's minds.
I request @Sanjaygupta0702, @aroonpurie and @18RahulJoshi to work towards greater voter awareness and registration that ensures an impressive turnout at the hustings.
">The media plays a vital role in a democracy.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
It is also a strong influence on people's minds.
I request @Sanjaygupta0702, @aroonpurie and @18RahulJoshi to work towards greater voter awareness and registration that ensures an impressive turnout at the hustings.The media plays a vital role in a democracy.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
It is also a strong influence on people's minds.
I request @Sanjaygupta0702, @aroonpurie and @18RahulJoshi to work towards greater voter awareness and registration that ensures an impressive turnout at the hustings.
The prime minister said not voting should create "anguish" amongst people who do not turn up at poling stations.
Dear @mathrubhumieng, @dinathanthi and Eenadu,
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
You have worked to give voice to people's aspirations.
Increased voter awareness is key to a strong democracy.
I appeal to you to motivate people to vote in large numbers.
">Dear @mathrubhumieng, @dinathanthi and Eenadu,
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
You have worked to give voice to people's aspirations.
Increased voter awareness is key to a strong democracy.
I appeal to you to motivate people to vote in large numbers.Dear @mathrubhumieng, @dinathanthi and Eenadu,
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
You have worked to give voice to people's aspirations.
Increased voter awareness is key to a strong democracy.
I appeal to you to motivate people to vote in large numbers.
"Would you want a situation where something happens in the country that you disapprove of and you are forced to think - because I did not go vote that day, this unfortunate situation has arisen and the nation is suffering," he wrote on his blog on Wednesday.
My fellow Indians,
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Urging you all to strengthen voter awareness efforts across India.
Let us all ensure maximum number of Indians come out to vote in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.
">My fellow Indians,
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
Urging you all to strengthen voter awareness efforts across India.
Let us all ensure maximum number of Indians come out to vote in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.My fellow Indians,
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 13, 2019
Urging you all to strengthen voter awareness efforts across India.
Let us all ensure maximum number of Indians come out to vote in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.
He also shared a link where people can register as voters.
The 2019 elections, Modi said, are special because for the first time those born in the 21st century will be able to cast their votes.
"I hope all eligible youngsters who have not registered to vote will do so and enrich our democracy by voting," he said.
Tagging several media personalities and institutions, he said the media plays a vital role in a democracy and has a strong influence on people's minds.
"I request @Sanjaygupta0702, @aroonpurie and @18RahulJoshi to work towards greater voter awareness and registration that ensures an impressive turnout at the hustings."
As leading public voices associated with important platforms, your support on voter awareness will be valuable and beneficial for 130 crore Indians," Modi tweeted.
He said a higher voting means a stronger democracy and a stronger democracy means a developed India.
"The last few elections, in various states and at the Centre, have witnessed record turnout. Continuing this encouraging trend, I urge my fellow Indians to vote in record numbers in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections," he wrote in his blog.
He called upon "influencers from all fields, including politics, industry, sports, films and other walks of life" to take the lead in spreading voter awareness and value of high voting.
The prime minister expressed the hope that the upcoming elections will witness the highest ever turnout in the history of Indian elections.
(With inputs from PTI)
