Indian film industry's talented actress Renuka Shahane, has never been shy to express her opinion on various issues. In fact, she is one of the very few people who uses her social media accounts to voice her thoughts, loud and clear, with no fear.
In a recently held conversation with Vidya Balan on her radio show, Renuka focused on the importance of casting their vote. Both the ladies used the show as a platform and drove listeners to be a part of the discussion, focusing on issues that affect society as a whole. With elections on in full swing, Vidya asked her about the importance of voting, to Renuka Shahane said, "A voter might feel that a single vote does not make any difference, but there are times when a candidate wins or loses by a single vote. It enables the citizens to not only choose their own government but is also a way to express their opinion in a democratic nation like ours. We, as citizens, enjoy the rights provided by our country but shy away from fulfilling our responsibilities.”
Talking about her voting experience, she excitedly said, “I can proudly say that since I turned 18, I have been casting my vote. There isn’t a single election that I have missed, be it the local municipal election, state election or even the general election.”
Adding more to the thought about her family and the reason to vote, “My husband’s voter’s ID card is from Madhya Pradesh. So for every election, he goes there to vote and make sure that his vote is counted. My son is now 16, and he is so excited that he will be eligible to vote 2 years from now. This enthusiasm needs to be there in everyone. The voting booths are at the corner of everyone’s street. So please go out and feel excited to vote! Yes, you have to stand in line, but if you can’t do that much for your opinion, then don’t have an opinion for the next 5 years.”
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