In a recent address at the BJP headquarters, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his admiration for the Election Commission of India. He lauded the commission for its efficient conduct of what he referred to as the “world’s largest election.”
The Prime Minister highlighted the scale of the election, stating, “All staff did a great job in such hot weather with about 100 crore voters, 11 lakh polling stations, one crore polling personnel, and 55 lakh voting machines.” He also praised the security personnel for their dedication and sense of duty during the election process.
PM Modi emphasized the pride that every Indian feels for the country’s election process, its system, and its credibility. He stated, “Every Indian is proud of India’s election process, this entire system of elections, and the credibility of the election process.”
He further added that there is no evidence in the world of elections on this scale, elections with this efficiency. “We should proudly propagate it all over the world,” he said.
The Prime Minister’s remarks come in the wake of the recent elections, which were conducted successfully despite the challenging weather conditions. His comments underscore the strength of India’s democratic process and the remarkable efforts of all those involved in ensuring its smooth functioning.
The successful conduct of the elections, according to PM Modi, is a testament to the robustness of India’s democratic institutions and the unwavering commitment of its citizens to uphold democratic values.
The Prime Minister’s praise for the Election Commission and the entire election machinery is a significant acknowledgment of their tireless work in ensuring free and fair elections, reinforcing the country’s status as the world’s largest democracy.
