Updated March 10th, 2019 at 18:58 IST

Lok Sabha Elections 2019: 'Festival of democracy is here', says PM Modi urging voters to participate actively; extends best wishes to Election Commission

As the countdown to General Elections 2019 has officially begun, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to extend a congratulatory message to the Election Commission and to the voters of the nation who are going to elect its new government.

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The Election Commission on Sunday announced the dates of General Elections 2019. While the 543 seats of 29 states and 7 Union Territories will go into polls in seven phases beginning from April 11 till May 19. The counting of votes for all the states is scheduled to take place on May 23.

As the countdown to General Elections 2019 has officially begun, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to extend a congratulatory message to the Election Commission and to the voters of the nation who are going to elect its new government.

In a series of tweets, PM Modi urged the Indians to enrich the Lok Sabha election with their active participation, adding that the festival of democracy - elections - are here.

The festival of democracy, Elections are here.

I urge my fellow Indians to enrich the 2019 Lok Sabha elections with their active participation. I hope this election witnesses a historic turnout.

I particularly call upon first time voters to vote in record numbers.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)

In another tweet, he extended best wishes to the Election Commission for the conduct of fair and just elections in April-May election season.

Best wishes to the Election Commission, all those officials and security personnel who will be on the field, across the length and breadth of India assuring smooth elections. India is very proud of the EC for assiduously organising elections for several years.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)

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Hitting out the UPA, PM Modi tweeted that the people rejected the Congress-led party in 2014 over the unprecedented anger over its corruption and nepotism.

In 2014, the people comprehensively rejected the UPA. There was unprecedented anger over the UPA’s corruption, nepotism and policy paralysis. India’s self-confidence was at an all-time low and the people of India wanted to rid the nation of such decay and pessimism.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)

Later, extending best wishes to political parties for the 2019 polls, the Prime Minister spoke about the contribution of people to the betterment of the nation along with various developmental projects that the NDA government initiated in the country.

Wishing all political parties and candidates the very best for the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.

We may belong to different parties but our aim must be the same- the development of India and empowerment of every Indian!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)

The last five years have shown that with the blessings and participation of 130 crore Indians, what was earlier deemed impossible has now become possible.

2019 polls are about a spirit of confidence and positivity with which India is fulfilling the aspirations of its people.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)

Today, the people of India know that it is possible to:

Become the fastest growing economy.

Give a befitting reply to terror.

Eliminate poverty at a record pace.

Make India Swachh.

Remove corruption and punish the corrupt.

Ensure inclusive and extensive development.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)

Today:

50 crore Indians have access to good quality and free healthcare.

42 crore people of unorganised sector have access to old-age pension.

12 crore farmer households get yearly monetary support of Rs. 6000.

Crores of middle class families are exempt from income tax.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)

India is proud that:

2.5 crore families have electricity for the first time.

7 crore households have smoke-free kitchens.

1.5 crore Indians got their own homes.

These, and many other instances show that with the right approach and futuristic policies, nothing is impossible!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)

#May23WithArnab | Election Commission (EC) announces #LokSabhaElections2019 in 7 phases between April 11 and May 19 - Counting day on May 23. Watch Republic TV here - https://t.co/LGCyJUEBn5 pic.twitter.com/nGqVHzK8cr
— Republic (@republic)