Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called on voters in Assam, Keralam, and Puducherry to participate in large numbers as polling for the Assembly elections began, with a particular appeal to youth and women.
Taking to X, PM Modi posted, "Calling upon the people of Keralam to vote in large numbers in the 2026 Assembly elections. Record participation will add vigour to Keralam's democratic spirit. I particularly request the youth and women of the state to step forward and vote in large numbers."
In another post, the Prime Minister added, "As the Puducherry Assembly elections commence, I urge every voter to come out and participate in record numbers. I especially appeal to our youth and to women voters to strengthen the process of democracy. Every vote matters in shaping the future of Puducherry."
Addressing voters in Assam, PM Modi noted, "As polling begins for the Assam Assembly elections 2026, I appeal to the people of Assam to exercise their franchise in large numbers. I hope that the state's youth and women voters participate enthusiastically and make this election a celebration of democracy and public duty."
Polling commenced at 7 AM across the three regions, covering 126 Assembly seats in Assam, 140 in Keralam and 30 in Puducherry.
In Keralam, around 2.71 crore voters are eligible to cast their ballots, with polling stations operational from early morning following preparatory procedures.
Assam is witnessing a single-phase election, with steady turnout reported from the start of voting, while Puducherry has also recorded smooth polling across constituencies.
Votes will be counted on May 4.