Seeking a second term as Prime Minister, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had this to say about the forthcoming Lok Sabha polls of 2019. He in a tweet urged the people to participate in the ‘festival of democracy’.

“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 (sic),” the Prime Minister tweeted soon after the Election Commission announced the dates for voting for Lok Sabha elections.

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) March 10, 2019

PM Modi had a word for his bitter opposition too

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) March 10, 2019