The Election Commission of India is celebrating the 14th National Voters Day 2024 on 25th January 2024 to mark its foundation day.
This special day focuses on increasing awareness among young voters to participate in country’s polling process.
National Voters Day was observed on January 25, 2011 for the first time.
On this occasion, National Awards are also given to stakeholders such as EC icons, government departments and media groups for their outstanding role towards the contribution among voters.
National Voters Day 2024 Overview
| Event | National Voters Day |
| Date | 25th January 2024 |
| Day | Thursday |
| Theme | ‘Nothing Like Voting, I Vote for Sure’ |
National Voters Day 2024 Theme
Check below the detail regarding National Voters Day theme:
2024 Theme: Nothing Like Voting, I Vote for Sure
2023 Theme: ‘Nothing Like Voting, I Vote for Sure’
2022 Theme: ‘Making Elections Inclusive, Accessible and Participative’
2021 Theme: “Making Our Voters Empowered, Vigilant, Safe and Informed”
2020 Theme: “Electoral Literacy for Stronger Democracy”
2019 Theme: “No Voter to be left behind”
2018 Theme: “Assessable Elections”
2017 Theme: “Empowering Young and Future Voters”
2016 Theme: “Inclusive and qualitative participation”
2015 Theme: “Easy Registration, Easy Correction”
National Voters Day History
The ECI, which was founded in 1950. Young voters are encouraged to participate in the political process on this day, which was first observed in 2011 to urge them to vote. Without a doubt, this is a day to commemorate the freedom to vote in India, as well as the country’s democratic traditions. The primary goal of the Election Commission is to increase the number of registered voters, particularly among those who are eligible to vote.
Previously, the voting age was set at 21 years, but in 1988, the age was reduced to 18 years to make voting more accessible. The 1998, 61st Amendment Bill in India lowered the qualifying age.
National Voters Day Significance
India’s government is democratically elected. The right to vote is a basic right that everyone possesses. She/he has that power to select their authority among individuals whom he/she believes are capable of governing the nation, resolving ordinary people’s problems, transforming lives, and so forth. It is important to acknowledge National Voters Day because the future of our nation depends on the leader that we elect.
Consider for a minute that when we don’t rise to the occasion and select the most competent leader, the nation’s growth and development would be hampered, and this will have a bad effect on the country’s citizens. The country’s leader is in charge of making choices on a wide range of major initiatives as well as a number of minor problems.
The failure to adequately build the fundamental system may result in underdevelopment of roads, difficulties with power distribution, and other problems. We should urge youngsters to engage and create a proper awareness, who will make certain to cast their votes on Election Day and every other day after that.
National Voters Day 2024 Celebrations
National Voter’s Day is celebrated in New Delhi every year in the company of the Admirable President of India as the chief guest. The festivities begin with a welcome address, followed by a range of cultural events such as folk dance, dramas, concerts, & sketching contests based on different themes.
The Honorable President of India presented the National Awards and inaugurated the Election Commission of India’s Digital Broadcast, named “Hello Voters,” during the event.
Ravi Shankar Prasad shall formally launch the e-EPIC initiative and distribute e-EPICs and Electoral Photographic Identification Cards to 5 potential voters throughout the nation.
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Importance of Voting
Celebrating National Voter Day has many objectives, one of which is to promote public involvement, especially among newly registered voters throughout the country. Electoral participation is a key process that contributes to the development of a nation’s leadership. Voting enables citizens to choose their representatives in government.
Individuals who have the right to vote have the opportunity to question the authorities in the event of a problem and to get explanations. In a democratic society, it also provides a sense of achievement when one’s views are considered in crucial decision-making for the benefit of the community, which is beneficial to everyone.
National Voters Day 2024 Quotes
“The vote is precious. It is the most powerful non-violent tool we have in a democratic society, and we must use it.” (John Lewis)
“Your voices are being heard and you’re proving to our ancestors that their struggles were not in vain. Now we have one more thing we need to do to walk in our true power, and that is to vote.” (Beyoncé,)
“All of us may have been created equal. But we’ll never actually be equal until we all vote. So don’t wait.” (Leonardo DiCaprio)
“When we vote, our values are put into action and our voices are heard. Your voice is a reminder that you matter because you do, and you deserve to be heard.” (Meghan Markle)
“We have the power to make a difference. But we need to VOTE.” (Kylie Jenner)
Frequently Asked Questions
It falls on 25 January 2024.
It was celebrated on 25th January 2011 for the first time.
Last year, the theme of this special day was ‘Nothing Like Voting, I Vote for Sure’
