Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday addressed a gathering organised on the occasion of the ‘Loktantra Bachao–Arajakta Hatao’ Padyatra in Karnal. Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah flagged off the Padyatra.
Welcoming Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah to the sacred land of Haryana, the Chief Minister said the Opposition was spreading misleading propaganda regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. He said Karnal, the city of Danveer Karna, is known for its rich tradition of sacrifice, service and generosity. In a democracy, the right to vote is every citizen’s most important right, ensuring their participation in shaping the future of the country and the state.
The Chief Minister said that strengthening democracy requires ensuring that every eligible citizen’s name is included in the electoral roll and that they can exercise their franchise without any hindrance. The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls is an important exercise in this direction, aimed at making electoral rolls more accurate, transparent and reliable.
He urged the youth to remain aware of democratic processes, understand the facts, respect constitutional institutions and fulfil their duties alongside exercising their rights. He said Haryana is known for its hard work, honesty, brotherhood and patriotism, and preserving these social and constitutional values is a collective responsibility.
The Chief Minister concluded his address with the slogans, “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan, Jai Haryana, Jai Hind and Bharat Mata Ki Jai.”
