As polling began for the primary phase of Bihar assembly elections, BJP President JP Nadda on Wednesday appealed to voters to participate during this grand festival of democracy while adhering to COVID-19 guidelines.
In a tweet, he said the proper to cast vote is that the biggest strength of democracy.
“First phase of polling for Bihar assembly elections is being held today. I appeal to people to require part within the grand festival of democracy while keeping COVID related precautions in mind,” Nadda said.
“Pehle matdaan phir jalpaan (First vote then take meal)”, he added.
Making an identical appeal, BJP’s general secretary (Organisation) BL Santhosh said 71 seats of Bihar attend polls today within the first elections being conducted amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Need to defeat pandemic and celebrate festival of democracy. Stay safe but choose large numbers. Vote for NDA with credible leadership and alliance of performers,” Santhosh tweeted.
The polling for the 243-member Bihar assembly are going to be held in three phases — October 28, November 3 and November 7.
Voting for 71 seats is being persisted Wednesday.
The ruling BJP-JD(U) alliance is contesting elections together and both parties even have engaged with VIP and HAM respectively by giving seats from their quota.
