Governor Arlekar Aims for Kerala's 100% Voter Turnout
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Synopsis
On January 25, Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar expressed hope that Kerala will be the first state in India to achieve 100 percent voter turnout. He praised the state's commitment to democracy and the efforts of the Election Commission in facilitating voting.
Key Takeaways
- Kerala aims for 100% voter turnout.
- National Voters' Day celebrated on January 25.
- Governor commended citizens for democratic participation.
- First-time voters should choose wisely.
- Concerns raised about the use of NOTA.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 25 (NationPress) The newly appointed Governor of Kerala, Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, expressed his aspiration on Saturday for the southern state to become the first in India to achieve 100 percent voter turnout.
This statement was made during the inauguration of state-level festivities in conjunction with January 25, recognized as National Voters' Day.
He commended the citizens of Kerala for their commitment to democracy and exercising their right to vote, attributing this to the dedication of all officials involved in the electoral process.
The Governor also conveyed his appreciation for the Election Commission of India for adapting to contemporary needs and providing enhanced facilities for voters. He noted that Kerala has been at the forefront in embracing these changes enthusiastically.
"Kerala was the first state to conduct polling using electronic voting machines," stated Arlekar.
He advised first-time voters to make informed choices to select the best government and representatives.
However, he expressed concern over the use of NOTA, viewing it as a shirking of civic responsibilities.
The Kerala Governor invited the public to explore the exhibition linked to National Voters' Day and expressed his eagerness to cast his vote in the upcoming elections in the state.
A ceremony also took place at Technopark, the IT hub in the state capital, where CEO Col Sanjeev Nair (Retd.) and other officials pledged to uphold the democratic values enshrined in the Constitution.
