Archive · 16 Jan 2026
Celebrities urge citizens to vote
Two well-known people, Subhash Chandra and Subodh Bhave, talked about how important it is to vote.
Subhash Chandra, a former politician, said that people who don't vote shouldn't complain about things later.
He also mentioned that there might be some mistakes in the voting lists, but the officers helped him quickly.
Subodh Bhave, an actor, said that voting is not enough; people should also watch what their elected leaders do and ask questions.
He also talked about how cities should grow in a way that doesn't make life harder for people, like having enough open spaces for children and older adults.
Both of them encouraged everyone to vote and be active citizens.
Former Rajya Sabha MP Subhash Chandra urged higher-income groups to vote and exercise their democratic right.
Actor Subodh Bhave emphasized the importance of civic responsibility and active citizenship in Pune.
Both individuals highlighted the need for citizens to monitor and question their elected representatives.
Bhave expressed concerns about unchecked construction and the lack of open spaces in cities.
They encouraged citizens to vote and form pressure groups for real change.
- Who
- Subhash Chandra, a former Rajya Sabha MP, and Subodh Bhave, an actor
- What
- Encouraged citizens to vote and addressed voting issues and urban development concerns
- When
- During the voting process (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Mumbai and Pune
- Why
- To emphasize the importance of voting, civic responsibility, and urban development
- Person 1
- Subhash Chandra
- Role 1
- Former Rajya Sabha MP
- Person 2
- Subodh Bhave
- Role 2
- Actor
- Location 1
- Mumbai
- Location 2
- Pune
- Event
- Voting in elections
- Issue
- Low voter turnout among higher-income groups
Sources
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