Vidhi Poddar n Ranchi
Mayoral candidates though a bit disappointed with the voters’ turnout, sounded confident that the people of Ranchi would give them a chance to serve the society. The candidates talked to The Pioneer after casting their votes on Monday:
Asha lakra
“I hope it bodes well. I encourage people to come out and vote for their candidate to bring about the much needed change in the city. I am not desperate like my opponents as I am confident of winning this election.
People are giving their overwhelming support to me and the entire picture will be clear on June 27 with the final results declaration. Currently, I am bothered about findings ways to address the state capital perennial problems effectively.”
Naveen lakra
“Exercising the franchise is the responsibility of every citizen and being a contesting candidate my responsibility doubles towards it. Every election, I along with my family members come out together to cast our votes. This year it is little special as other people will also cast their vote for me. There is lot of excitement at the same time fingers cross over the people decision. I want all the people to come out and vote for the better future.”
Barsa Gari
“For me election is like a festival of democracy. Voting is our constitutional right and one should not miss it. I encourage people to come out seal their decision in favour of the suitable candidate. I have full faith on my people and their decision. The best person will win the election.”
Rama Khalkho
“Voting process in all the polling station remained peaceful. I have run in the mayor election before and people have been good enough to support me. I have full faith on them that this time also people have voted for me in large number. Finger cross for the judgment day, I am looking forward to it.”
Durga Oraon
“I have exercised my franchise early morning. I am confident that this time people will vote for the candidate as I have served the people here for more than 20 years. I am aware about the people problems and can address their problems effectively. Hopes are high and will respect the people decision in all respect.”