Voting is not just a fundamental right but also a duty of every citizen. It is the tool through which we not only shape the future of our nation but also contribute to the development of our villages and communities.

Today, as campaigns like #अपना_वोट_अपने_गांव led by Mr. Anil Baluni (MP LS- Garhwal, Uttrakhand) gain momentum on social media, it is essential to understand the importance of this message and why it is crucial for all of us to act in this direction.

State like Uttrakhand which is a hilly state, where majority of the population is moving towards the cities for better employment, health, education lead to vacant of of villages. The migration of the population from hills to cities lead to bad urbanizatiion and unequal political representation in local area and community.

As per the data of dilimitation commision of Uttrakhand in 2007 the state have 8 legislative assembly seat for the Gharwal region of Uttrakhand but it cut down to 6 as of 2012. This lead to unequal representation of the hilly region to the plain region of Uttrakhand same goes for the other hilly states of India.

The low density of population in any area locality sometimes leads to ignorance by the governance as well as by the public servents. The basic requirements like water, electricity, medicine and other government related schemes are not easily accessable to them and sometimes not even heard of it. When every citizen in a village casts their vote, it strengthens democracy.

It shows that people are aware of their rights and responsibilities and are actively participating in governance. In many rural areas, people are often unaware of the importance of voting. Campaigns like #अपना_वोट_अपने_गांव aim to educate and inspire them to participate in elections and motivate people who had migrated to cities to come back and vote for their own village development.

Conclusion

अपना_वोट_अपने_गांव is not just a slogan; it is a movement. It reminds us that the future of our villages lies in our hands. By electing the right leaders, we can transform our villages into better places to live. So, this time, don’t just depend on others. Take responsibility, understand your role, and actively contribute to the development of our village. Remember, your vote is a golden opportunity to shape the future of your village!