Every youth wants to be heard and as we know one vote can make a difference as a first-time voter. Most of the youth want the government to address priorities such as strengthening the economy, national security and national identity, improving the demographic situation, rising quality of life and social security, implementing the reforms in education, science and health care
—Sheena Pereira, Mapusa
Gender is ascribed, Education is our birth right! Poverty is something we are ashamed of. Every religion teaches us to love and serve! Democracy is our voice. To wear is our choice! Employment for all! Humanity above all! Being Indian is our pride. To vote is our right! We are vote castrs. Political class is not our master!
—Leola Barreto, Canacona
I am very excited and it makes us responsible citizens of India. I would like to suggest others who are going to vote for the first-time that don’t go and vote vote just because someone has told you to vote for a particular candidate but try to know more about the current political scenario in India because every vote counts
—Kanifnath Tari, Mapusa
I have been following the political news on television and the newspapers for a very long time now, and it feels really good to finally be able to cast my vote and exercise my democratic rights. But at the same time, it also gives me a sense of responsibility as every single vote would eventually decide the future of India
—Pearl J. Nazare, Mapusa
As a citizen of this democratic nation it’s a golden opportunity to choose the right Candidate and right government. I expect a clean and corrupt-free MP and government. MP should be dynamic and should work for the welfare of this state and Nation. The government should bring in reforms and should be proactive in making Make in India’ a reality
—Gaurangi Fatarpekar, Fatorpa
It’s my privilege and ‘dharma’ to cast my vote. As a first-time voter I want a MP who can take our Goa on the path of development. The new government should bring in a revolution in education and solve the unemployment issue for educated youth. The new MP, government should bring law and regulations to help our state and country.
—Prajay Dessai , Cuncolim
Democracy treats us equally. Voting and electing our representative and government is our moral duty. My MP must work for the betterment of poor and the new government must give work for every citizen, who must get atleast food, shelter and clothing. The MP should have a vision and bring positive changes in our system and reach out to Goans
—Anita Rathod, Curchorem
For the first time, I have this opportunity to be part of the system and elect a representative who can think about me and others. I need a visionary MP and visionary Government, who can take my State and nation to greater heights. My new MP should think about my nation and must think about me before taking any decision.
—Siddhi Dessai, Cuncolim
I was waiting for this day and am excited to cast my vote. I am expecting a government which can bring suraj (good government). New MP and new government must have a dream of ‘sushasan’ (good governance).My MP and government must be strong enough to bring changes and progress in the field of economy, education, sports, politics, health and other fields.
—Vrusha Dessai, Cuncolim
I do follow the election news which helps us understand the developmental process of our government. But we do have our own analysis, opinions and conclusions regarding whom to vote for and why. I am extremely excited and looking forward to press the button. The priority of the next government should obviously be youth empowerment and generation of employment opportunities.
—Twanishka D’Çosta, Curchorem
I am excited as I am part of the universal adult franchise now. I am not only going to select a leader but a person in whose hand our future is secure. As a first-time voter, it is important to elect a MP who knows to covert ideas into decisions; decision into plans; plans into action; and action into innovation
—Akanksha Mandrekar, Mandrem
I am excited, as all this while, I used to only hear people talking about elections and casting of votes. It’s important to cast our votes and help choose the right person who will be our representative and work for the betterment of the constituency with good vision and decision making skills. I am proud to be part of it
—Divesh Polji, Pernem
I am very excited about this election since I will be casting my vote for the first time and that I will be contributing to a decision that will help create a new change in the constituency. People should realize how important it is to cast their vote and chose a correct person as our leader and the correct government
—Ashweta Sawant, Pernem
I am very excited as this will be the first time I am casting my vote. I received my EPIC card last week and since this time, I have to cast two votes; one for the Mandrem by-poll and the other for the Lok Sabha elections, it is natural that casting two votes at a time has doubled my excitement
—Bindiya Talkar, Mandrem
I am very happy that I finally got my voter’s ID card and that for the first time I will get to cast my vote. In this election, I am looking forward to help choose a responsible representative who can help the growth of the people in my constituency, rest of Goa and also for the development of the country
—Aarti Bhaidkar, Mandrem
It is overwhelming to be a first-time voter. I wish the new government in power and the new MP will always keep in mind of the Goans who need help. They must entertain people with their queries regarding water, electricity, roads etc. It will be very kind of them to help the needy because all of us are not educated
—Siddhi Bhaje, South Goa
We are better informed, educated and tech savvy. We can have a great impact on the election by acting as an opinion maker in our family and friends circle. We should not vote for any party rather we should vote for deserving candidate by seeing his qualification, political career, criminal records and ability to work for the betterment of our country
—Moufrid Xec, South Goa
I am proud to be voting and I hope my selection of candidate and new government will help bring changes in the economy. The government’s top priority should be creation of jobs as the lack of employment is the biggest challenge the country faces today. Setting priorities is not just about addressing past failures but also about protecting past achievements.
—Afeeda Bisti,South Goa
I hope my vote won’t go to waste and it will lead to changes in the future. The new government’s priorities should be: strengthening the economy, national security and national identity, improvement of the demographic situation, rising quality of life and social security, implementing the reforms in education and science and health care and overall thorough paced development of India
—Rabbani Patel, South Goa
Right to vote is of utmost importance to every citizen. I’m confident and excited to cast my first vote in this election. There should be job facilities for unemployed. There should be proper health care, traffic control, parking facilities, roads, drainage cleaning etc. The candidate must take in the views of the people and achieve the promises made to Goans
—Sneha Arondekar,South Goa
I am excited to be a first-time voter. The new government should prioritise working for women and children. Women demand change and empowerment across all sectors. Their voices criticizing government’s policies or lack of them should be heard. Health in India can be considered a political priority only when pre-poll promises are followed through and sustained in the post-poll period
—Krutika Hoble, South Goa
I feel empowered as I have possessed a new right, which makes me proud that henceforth my worthy vote shall be symbolizing ‘democracy’! I think it’s the priority of the new government to eliminate threats from the terror camps. India must first be safe from any external fear before taking on empowerment of the internal needs like poverty and employment
—Shivani Nadkarni, S Goa
I am really excited to vote for the first-time. It is quite thrilling to be participating in the election process finally and be part of choosing the next MP and government. As far as what I hope from the next government is concerned, I wish that the next government gives the citizens a proper administration and strikes hard against corruption
—Ferrel D’Silva, South Goa
