PATNA: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, on Thursday, urged citizens to actively participate in the first phase of the state Assembly elections, emphasising that voting is not only a right but also a democratic duty.
He called on voters to set an example by exercising their franchise and encouraging others to do the same, while reminding them to follow the age-old mantra: “first vote, then refreshments”.
Posting on X, CM Nitish Kumar wrote: “In democracy, voting is not only our right but also our duty. Today, voting for the first phase of the Bihar Legislative Assembly elections is taking place - all voters are urged to exercise their voting rights. Vote and inspire others to vote as conclude at 5 p.m.