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Amit Shah Urges Citizens to Protect Voting System on National Voters' Day

Union Home Minister Amit Shah marked National Voters' Day by calling it a moral responsibility for citizens to safeguard the voting system from external pollution. He emphasized that the constitution grants every voter equal power to direct the nation's path. Meanwhile, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar announced a Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls across remaining states to ensure database integrity. The Election Commission highlighted its 2025 achievements, including training thousands of officers and launching digital voter service platforms.

Key Points: Amit Shah on National Voters' Day: Safeguard Voting System

  • Amit Shah's National Voters' Day message
  • Moral duty to protect voting system
  • Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision
  • EC's 2025 initiatives and achievements
  • Digital platforms for voter services
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National Voters' Day: Our moral responsibility to safeguard voting system, says Amit Shah

Home Minister Amit Shah emphasizes moral duty to protect voting integrity as Election Commission announces new electoral roll revision.

"It is our moral responsibility to safeguard our voting system and ensure that no external factor can pollute it. - Amit Shah"

New Delhi, January 25

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday extended greetings to the citizens on the occasion of National Voters' Day.

On the occasion, the senior BJP leader reminded the people of their moral responsibility to safeguard their voting system.

Sharing a post on X (formerly Twitter), Shah wrote, "Warm greetings to all our citizens on 'National Voters Day'. This day reminds us that our constitution has given every voter equal power, and the right vote can show our nation the right direction. It is our moral responsibility to safeguard our voting system and ensure that no external factor can pollute it. May on this day we recommit ourselves to the pledge to align the power of our votes to build a developed and powerful India."

The Election Commission of India was established on January 25, 1950, a day before Republic Day.

Meanwhile, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar announced on January 23 that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls will soon be rolled out across all remaining states, marking a significant step toward ensuring the accuracy and integrity of India's voter database.

The Election Commission celebrated 2025 as a year of significant achievements and innovations. Among the approximately 30 major initiatives undertaken were capacity-building programs that trained more than 5,000 Booth Level Officers and supervisors from various states at the India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management in New Delhi.

Other key initiatives included the launch of the ECINet App, which consolidates all elector services on a single digital platform, the introduction of mobile deposit facilities at polling stations, and a decision to cap the maximum number of electors per polling station at 1,200 for voter convenience.

National Voters' Day has been observed annually on this date since 2011 to mark the foundation day of the Commission and encourage young voters to participate in the political process.

- ANI

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Rahul R
"Safeguard our voting system" - absolutely crucial. We've seen how misinformation can spread. It's heartening to hear about training for Booth Level Officers. The integrity of the electoral roll is the first step to a fair election.
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Aman W
While the sentiment is good, actions speak louder than words. The pledge to build a developed India is common to all parties. The real test is ensuring a level playing field for all candidates and preventing any kind of voter intimidation or inducement.
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Sarah B
The cap of 1,200 voters per polling station is a great move! I remember waiting in long queues last time. Making voting convenient is key to increasing turnout. Hope these digital initiatives reach rural areas effectively too.
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Karthik V
Jai Hind! On National Voters' Day, let's all take a pledge to not just vote, but to vote wisely after understanding the issues. Our vote is our voice. The power to choose our leaders is the greatest power we have as citizens.
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Nikhil C
Good to see the focus on young voters. My college is organizing a voter registration drive this week. The 'right vote' showing the 'right direction' is a powerful idea. We need to move beyond caste and community-based voting for true development.

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