(THE GIST OF PIB) National Voters' Day

(JANUARY-2025)

Recently, the Prime Minister of India extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of National Voters’ Day.

It is observed on January 25th across India every year since 2011 to commemorate the foundation day of the Election Commission of India.
It is celebrated to honour voters, encourage youth participation, and strengthen democratic values, and promote universal adult suffrage.
It celebrates democracy and empowers every citizen to take part in the electoral process.
Theme: The theme for National Voters' Day 2026 is"My India, My Vote" with a tagline of Citizen at the Heart of Indian Democracy.
It is celebrated at the level of national, state, district, constituency, and polling booth NVD stands as one of the country’s most widespread and significant celebrations.
It is dedicated to the voters of the nation.
The National Voters’ Day also promotes the enrolment of new voters, particularly young individuals who have recently become eligible.