Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to exercise their democratic rights in the ongoing fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections. Through a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi emphasized the significance of voting in the 96 seats across 10 states and union territories where polling is underway.
“Today marks the fourth phase of Lok Sabha elections with 96 seats up for grabs across 10 states and union territories,” PM Modi stated in his appeal. “I have full confidence that people will turn out in large numbers to cast their votes, with a special emphasis on the active participation of youth and women. Let us fulfill our duty and strengthen democracy!”
In this phase, elections are being conducted for a diverse range of constituencies, including 11 seats in Maharashtra, 8 seats in West Bengal, 8 seats in Madhya Pradesh, 17 seats in Telangana, 13 seats in Uttar Pradesh, 5 seats in Bihar, 4 seats each in Jharkhand and Odisha, one seat in Jammu and Kashmir, and all 25 seats of Andhra Pradesh. The voting period, as per the Election Commission of India (ECI), commences at 7 a.m. and concludes at 6 p.m.
With polling already completed in 283 constituencies across the first three phases, nearly half of the 543 Lok Sabha seats have already cast their votes. The initial phases were held on April 19, April 26, and May 7, respectively, demonstrating a robust engagement of citizens in the electoral process.
PM Modi’s impassioned appeal comes at a critical juncture in India’s democratic journey, as voters play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the nation. As the fourth phase unfolds, the nation stands united in its commitment to upholding the principles of democracy and ensuring that every voice is heard.
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