New Delhi, Apr 19: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has called upon voters to exercise their franchise carefully as the first phase of the Lok Sabha polls commenced on Friday. He emphasized that this election marks the beginning of a fight to safeguard the Constitution and democracy.
In a post on ‘X’, Kharge urged citizens from 21 states and union territories participating in the first phase to vote thoughtfully. He highlighted the promise of NYAY (justice), signaling a new era of economic empowerment and equal opportunities for all.
Kharge expressed confidence that voters would opt for a “jobs revolution” through YUVA NYAY, prioritizing employment over the past decade of high unemployment rates. He emphasized support for ‘NAARI NYAY’ to ensure financial independence for women and combat rising prices.
Further, he advocated for ‘KISAAN NYAY’, offering legal assurances for Minimum Support Price (MSP) to farmers, and ‘SHRAMIK NYAY’, focusing on fair wages and better working conditions. Kharge also stressed the importance of ‘HISSEDARI NYAY’ for marginalized communities, aiming to address discrimination and violence.
Kharge urged voters to pause and reflect before casting their votes, emphasizing the choice between protecting democracy or allowing institutions to be undermined. He reiterated that the destiny of India lies in the hands of the voters and extended a warm welcome to first-time voters, urging everyone to turn out in large numbers.
