Polls And Pride: India’s 16th Voters’ Day Inspires Participation |

Updated: January 25, 2026 20:46

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India observed its 16th National Voters’ Day on January 25, 2026, with nationwide awareness drives, cultural programs, and voter registration campaigns. The theme, “My India, My Vote,” emphasized citizen participation in democracy. President Droupadi Murmu led the celebrations, highlighting youth engagement and honoring best electoral practices across the country.

India celebrated the 16th National Voters’ Day (NVD) on January 25, 2026, commemorating the foundation of the Election Commission of India (ECI). The day reinforced the importance of voting as both a right and responsibility, encouraging citizens, especially the youth, to actively participate in the democratic process.

Key Highlights

The theme for NVD 2026 was “My India, My Vote,” with the tagline “Citizen at the Heart of Indian Democracy.”
President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the celebrations in New Delhi, distributing Elector Photo Identity Cards (EPIC) to newly enrolled voters.
The event honored officials with Best Electoral Practices Awards for innovations in technology use, election management, voter awareness, and enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct.
Union Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal attended as Guest of Honour, alongside Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi.
Awareness drives under the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) program were conducted nationwide, including rallies, cultural performances, and digital campaigns.
Schools and colleges organized debates, quizzes, and pledge ceremonies to instill civic responsibility among students.
The ECI highlighted technological advancements such as cVIGIL for reporting violations, faster EPIC delivery within 15 days, and 100% webcasting at polling stations to ensure transparency.

Significance

National Voters’ Day, first celebrated in 2011, marks the foundation day of the ECI established on January 25, 1950. It serves as a reminder that voting is not just a privilege but a powerful tool for shaping India’s democratic future. The 2026 celebrations reinforced the message of inclusivity, transparency, and citizen empowerment.

Sources: India TV, News18, Press Information Bureau, PTI

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