NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, on the event of the Structure Day, urged residents to uphold their constitutional duties, saying these type the bedrock of a robust democracy.In a letter to residents on Structure Day, PM Modi underlined the duty of strengthening democracy by exercising the fitting to vote, and steered that colleges and schools mark the day by honouring first-time voters who’ve turned 18.He recalled Mahatma Gandhi’s perception that rights naturally come up from the efficiency of duties, noting that adhering to at least one’s duties types the idea of social and financial progress.“It’s the energy of our Structure that enabled an individual like me, coming from a humble and economically deprived household, to function the Head of the Authorities repeatedly for over 24 years,” wrote PM Modi. He mentioned that the alternatives made at the moment will form future generations, urging residents to maintain their duties on the forefront because the nation pursues the purpose of a Viksit Bharat.“Our Structure provides utmost significance to human dignity, equality and liberty. Whereas it empowers us with rights, it additionally reminds us of our duties as residents, which we must always all the time attempt to fulfil. These duties are the inspiration of a robust democracy,” the Prime Minister mentioned in a publish on X.He additionally paid homage to the architects of the Structure, writing, “Their imaginative and prescient and foresight proceed to encourage us in our pursuit of constructing a Viksit Bharat.”Prime Minister Narendra Modi additionally mentioned that the day marks the a hundred and fiftieth start anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and Bhagwan Birsa Munda, noting that each leaders had performed pivotal roles in shaping India. He credited Patel’s management for India’s political integration and mentioned it was his instance that impressed the transfer to revoke Articles 370 and 35A, bringing the Structure absolutely into pressure in Jammu & Kashmir. PM Modi hailed Birsa Munda’s legacy, which he mentioned continues to information the nation’s dedication to justice and empowerment for tribal communities.“It marks the a hundred and fiftieth start anniversary of two extraordinary personalities, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and Bhagwan Birsa Munda. Each of them made monumental contributions to our nation. Sardar Patel’s visionary management ensured the political unification of India. It was his inspiration and braveness of conviction that guided our steps to behave in opposition to Article 370 and 35(A). The Structure of India is now absolutely in pressure in Jammu & Kashmir, making certain all constitutional rights for the individuals, particularly the ladies and marginalised communities. The lifetime of Bhagwan Birsa Munda continues to encourage India’s resolve to make sure justice, dignity and empowerment for our tribal communities,” PM Modi mentioned. PM additional wrote: “Our Structure has given us the fitting to vote. As residents, it’s our obligation to by no means miss the chance to vote in nationwide, state and native elections the place we’re registered. In an effort to encourage others, we will consider organising particular ceremonies each twenty sixth November in colleges and schools to have fun these children who’re turning 18. This fashion our first-time voters will really feel that along with being college students, they’re additionally lively individuals within the technique of nation-building.“Concluding his letter PM wrote: “Allow us to, on this Structure Day, reaffirm our pledge to fulfil our duties as residents of this nice nation. In doing so, we will all contribute meaningfully to the constructing of a Viksit Bharat that’s developed and empowered.”