US EditionParticipate in democratic processes, being voter greatest privilege: PM Modi
PM Modi emphasized voting as a crucial duty for youth, highlighting increased participation with women voters reaching 71.78% turnout in Bihar, Election Commission data shows.
- On January 25, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to participate in democratic processes on National Voters' Day, saying `Being a voter is not just a constitutional privilege, but an important duty that gives every citizen a voice in shaping India's future,' PM Modi said.
- Since 2011, National Voters' Day has been observed annually to honour the Election Commission of India's foundation on January 25, 1950, and motivate young and first-time voters.
- The main programme will see Droupadi Murmu, President of India, present Elector Photo Identity Cards to young electors, with awards for Best Electoral Practices and initiatives like the ECINet App and training of more than 5,000 Booth Level Officers.
- The SIR exercise in Bihar showed not a single appeal was filed against the final electoral roll, and Gyanesh Kumar, Chief Election Commissioner, announced a youth-centric programme this year urging young voters to combat misinformation.
- India's ECI this year hosted the January 21-23 conference with officials from over 70 countries under International IDEA Chairship, while PM Modi wrote to MY-Bharat volunteers calling voters the deciders of destiny.
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"My India, My Vote": India celebrates National Voters' Day today; President Murmu to preside over main event
India observes National Voters' Day on January 25 each year to celebrate democracy and empower every citizen to take part in the electoral process. The day marks the foundation of the Election Commission of India (ECI), which was established on January 25, 1950, under Article 324 of the Indian Constitution, according to an official release.
National Voters' Day 2026: President Droupadi Murmu To Kick Off NVD Celebrations in New Delhi; To Hand Over EPIC Cards to Young Voters | 🇮🇳 LatestLY
President of India Droupadi Murmu will on Sunday kick off celebrations on the 16th National Voters' Day (NVD-2026) by handing over Electors Photo Identity Cards (EPIC) to the newly-enrolled young electors. This year, the theme of the event is 'My India, My Vote' with the tagline, "Citizen at the Heart of Indian Democracy". 🇮🇳 National Voters' Day 2026: President Droupadi Murmu To Kick Off NVD Celebrations in New Delhi; To Hand Over EPIC Cards …
Why was January 25 chosen as National Voters' day?
January 25 is observed as National Voters’ Day in India because it marks the day when the Election Commission of India (ECI) was established. The ECI came into existence on January 25, 1950, just a day before the Indian Constitution came into force. To honour this important institution and to spread awareness about voting, the government decided to celebrate National Voters’ Day on this date every year. National Voters’ Day is celebrated to moti…
President Droupadi Murmu, graced and addressed the 16th National Voters’ Day Celebrations in New Delhi
By Our Correspondent BHUBANESWAR:The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, graced and addressed the 16th National Voters’ Day Celebrations in New Delhi today. Addressing the gathering, the President said that the strength of our democracy lies not only in the sheer size of voters but also in the depth of the democratic spirit. Even the oldest voters, divyang voters and those living in remote areas exercise their right to vote. She appreciated …
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