Srinagar, May 13:Sanjay Sapru (52), a Kashmiri Pandit and social activist, made a significant journey from Gurgaon, Haryana, to cast his vote at the polling station in Barbarshah, Srinagar.
Speaking to Rising Kashmir, Sapru emphasized the importance of exercising his right and fulfilling his obligation as a voter. Despite residing in Gurgaon, he stressed that his roots lie in Barbarshah, Srinagar, and thus, he felt compelled to make the journey.
“This is not the first time I have specially visited here to cast my vote. I also came in 2014, 2015, 2019, and today. I came alone and fulfilled my right,” he stated.
Sapru expressed optimism regarding the current election, noting a decrease in perceived threats among voters, leading to increased turnout. He cited reports indicating a surpassing of previous year’s turnout percentages by 11 am, attributing it to the willingness of more people to cast their votes.
“This election is for change. It doesn’t matter who wins, but the important thing is that the people who were not coming out to vote are willingly casting their vote. Which is the biggest achievement of a democracy,” he added.
The polling in the Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency witnessed a notable turnout of men, women, old, young, and first-time voters, showcasing the diverse engagement of the electorate from the start of polling hours.
