Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly cast his vote in the second phase of the West Bengal assembly elections on Friday. The iconic cricketer exercised his franchise at a polling booth in South 24 Parganas district, setting an example for citizens to participate in the democratic process.
Ganguly's Voting Experience
Ganguly, who is also the President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), arrived at the polling station in the morning. He was seen wearing a mask and maintaining social distancing norms amid the COVID-19 pandemic. After casting his vote, he urged others to come out and vote in large numbers to strengthen democracy.
Importance of the Second Phase
The second phase of polling covers several constituencies across the state. The Election Commission has made elaborate arrangements to ensure smooth and peaceful voting. Security has been tightened in sensitive areas to prevent any untoward incidents.
Ganguly's participation highlights the significance of voting in a democracy. His presence at the polling booth inspired many fans and citizens to fulfill their civic duty. The former cricketer has always been vocal about the importance of voting and has previously encouraged people to exercise their franchise.
The West Bengal assembly elections are being held in eight phases, with the results scheduled to be announced on May 2. The second phase is crucial for major political parties, including the Trinamool Congress, Bharatiya Janata Party, and the Left-Congress alliance.
