With Delhi on the brink of an important election, Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar saxena marked the 76th Republic Day of India with a powerful message highlighting the upcoming vote as a critical decision-making moment for the city's future, stating that we will not just choose a government but a system that will influence every aspect of our lives for the next five years including the cleaning Yamuna river.
In his address to the people of Delhi, he underscored the importance of this election and said, "This Republic Day holds a special significance for Delhi. In a few days from now, we will elect our new government. We must remember that we will not just choose a government but a system that will influence every aspect of our lives for the next five years."
Saxena added, "We will decide what the health system, education system, transport system, roads, sanitation and water, and employment availability of our city will be like in the next five years. Our vote will determine what steps the next government will take to tackle air pollution in Delhi, clean the Yamuna, and ensure the welfare of every citizen of Delhi, including the weaker sections."
The Governor began by extending his heartfelt greetings to the citizens of India and particularly to the people of Delhi. He also expressed his gratitude to the Armed Forces, Paramilitary Forces, and the Police for their service and sacrifices. He reminded the public that Republic Day is an opportunity to reaffirm the core values of democracy enshrined in the Constitution.