Affirmation From Chief Electoral Officer
The Chief ElectoralNarayana Murthy units instance for younger voters; comes from hospital mattress to solid voteOfficer of Karnataka confirmed this, stating on , “Infosys co-founder NR Narayana Murthy set an inspiring instance by requesting permission from hospital authorities to go away and solid his vote, showcasing his dedication as a citizen of the nation.”
After casting his vote at a polling booth in Jayanagar, Narayana Murthy emphasized the significance of voting, saying, “Once in five years, we get an opportunity to execute the right given by our Constitution to choose whatever candidate from whichever party he or she is, to govern us. Therefore, today is a very happy day. Today is a day when we should all be enthusiastic to exercise that power.”
Sudha Murty’s Words of Wisdom
Sudha Murty, a member of the Rajya Sabha, also highlighted the importance of voting, especially for the youth. She mentioned, “Narayana Murthy was unwell and he was in the hospital. We got him discharged, and after voting, we are taking him home.” She urged citizens, particularly the educated and youth, to come out in large numbers and vote, emphasizing that voting is a noble act and a responsibility that should not be taken lightly.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024
Alongside the Murthys, other prominent figures such as Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, cricketing legend Rahul Dravid, and actor Prakash Raj were also early voters in Bengaluru, encouraging citizens to participate actively in the democratic process.Rahul Dravid, head coach of the Indian men’s cricket team, expressed his views on the elections, stating, “Good arrangements have been made for the smooth conduct of elections…please come out and vote in large numbers. There should be a record turnout in Bengaluru this time. Youths should come out and vote, especially first-time voters.”
The polling in Karnataka, covering 14 constituencies in the second phase of the Lok Sabha elections, witnessed an estimated 9.21 per cent turnout in the initial hours, reflecting the citizens’ engagement in the electoral process.
The active participation of public figures like Narayana Murthy and Sudha Murty underscores the importance of exercising democratic rights and encourages residents, significantly the youth, to play a proactive position in shaping the nation’s future by way of voting.
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