Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday appealed to people to cast their franchise in «unprecedented numbers» to elect a strong government again to ensure the internal security of the country and to maintain the pace of development.
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Shah's appeal comes through his 'X' handle as polling commenced for the seventh and final phase of Lok Sabha elections at 7 am on Saturday in 57 constituencies across seven states and one Union Territory (UT).
«I appeal to all voters to vote in unprecedented numbers in the final phase of the Lok Sabha elections. It is essential to elect a strong government again to ensure the internal security of the country and to maintain the pace of development. Create a government that has not only made the country self-reliant but has also instilled confidence in every citizen. Let us vote with full enthusiasm for a developed India and inspire others to do the same,» Shah posted on 'X'.
Meanwhile, the Union Home Minister with his wife offered prayers at Somnath Temple in Gir Somnath, Gujarat.