In News: The Prime Minister of India extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of National Voters’ Day.
About National Voters’ Day
- Observed on: 25 January every year
- Since: 2011
- Significance: Marks the foundation day of the Election Commission of India (ECI) (established on 25 January 1950)
Objectives
- To honour voters of the country
- To encourage youth participation in elections
- To promote universal adult suffrage
- To strengthen democratic values and electoral participation
- To promote enrolment of new voters, especially first-time young voters
Theme – 2026
- Theme: “My India, My Vote”
- Tagline: “Citizen at the Heart of Indian Democracy”
Observance
- Celebrated at multiple levels: National, State, District, Constituency, Polling booth level
- One of the most widespread democratic awareness events in India
Importance
- Reinforces the role of citizens in democracy
- Enhances electoral awareness and ethical voting
- Encourages informed and responsible participation in elections
IAS-2026 - OPTIONAL / GEOGRAPHY / PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION / SOCIOLOGY / ANTHROPOLOGY / ORIENTATION ON 03 & 04-10-2025 
