Voting: The Catalyst for Change in Democracy

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah emphasizes the importance of voting as a catalyst for change during elections, highlighting its role in addressing public challenges and shaping the political landscape. His remarks followed RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's comments on the necessity of voting. Elections are ongoing in Maharashtra.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah underlined the vital role of public participation in eliciting change, urging citizens to engage by voting. Speaking at the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies, Mumbai, Abdullah said that involvement extends beyond candidacy to include active voting.

His comments, reinforcing RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's stand on voting as a cornerstone of healthy democracy, came amid the political uncertainties in Maharashtra. Abdullah noted the peculiar political alliances and their potential impact on electoral outcomes.

As elections proceed in Mumbai and across 28 other municipal corporations in Maharashtra, Abdullah expressed keen interest in the unfolding political scenario, marked by unexpected partnerships between traditionally opposing parties.

(With inputs from agencies.)