Every citizen of India knows that it is the largest democracy in the world. The biggest strength of this democracy lies in its vast population. As soon as the election bell rings, every politician becomes alert, not for the people's problems, but to protect their selfish interests. Long lists of new schemes and “public services” are prepared overnight. However, they forget that the time for false promises has passed. Today’s young voters are no longer uneducated or unaware. They will not cast their valuable vote thoughtlessly this time. The youth will decide to whom the future of the country should be handed over. The nation's highest seat of power will no longer be gifted to dishonest leaders. This time, leadership will go to those who ensure justice, eliminate unemployment, end oppression, and protect public welfare.
Trends around the elections are going viral on social media. The public is becoming aware of the country’s pressing issues. These leaders will be shaken awake from their slumber of power because they become intoxicated with the idea of the chair. They are so blinded by power that they ignore the financial and social problems of the people. But this time, digital trends are shaping the thinking of the youth in the right direction.
To preserve their political careers, these leaders start flattering the poor because they know it’s easier to sell sweet poison to the needy. They do not truly understand the economic struggles of the common man. During elections, they only see their desperation to retain power. While they despise the poor the rest of the time, during elections, they pretend to show false love. Free rations, free Wi-Fi, free transport, free electricity, and free water–these basic promises are dangled like bait. The poor get deceived, their trust manipulated, and their innocence exploited. The same poor remain poor, constantly waiting for empty promises to be fulfilled. These leaders only appear during elections and disappear the moment they are over. This cycle repeats every time. Now, even the common voter has lost faith in them.
Unemployment is rising, while their hollow promises never come true. The unemployed youth did not earn degrees to work as labourers. They spent four or more years in hard study to earn qualifications, but private companies prefer only those with experience. How can a fresher have work experience right after graduation? These paper degrees lose value if they do not lead to employment.
Today’s youth is serious about the country’s education policies. They are demanding financial assistance from the government for employment and entrepreneurship. The stronger the education system, the harder the competition. Youth are aware that getting a job today has become increasingly difficult. Their mental health is suffering. Even for low-level jobs, they are forced to compete. For peon positions, PhD holders apply. That’s the current condition of our nation. And politicians are to blame. They give high positions to their unqualified children, but lack the wisdom to run government systems. Sitting in a high chair doesn’t make someone respectable. A true leader understands the public’s pain, provides facilities, and ensures monthly assistance to the unemployed.
Politicians always have a bag full of promises, but once elected, they conveniently forget everything. Their memory only returns when elections are near again. Then they suddenly recall past vows and demand another chance, expecting people to forgive them. But why should citizens forgive repeated betrayals? Every election season, the same promises resurface, but once the power is secured, their attitude changes completely. The trust of the public is shattered. Such politicians are no longer deserving of victory. If they can’t remember their promises, how do they manage to remember how to exploit others? The youth are tired of this hypocrisy. They will vote thoughtfully this time.
In the markets, we often see youth working in shops out of necessity. They don’t just earn their salary – they endure the tyranny of shop owners. Girls are seen selling suits or sweeping shop floors. They do these jobs so they don’t become a burden on their parents. But it is the politicians who are the real burden on society. The current rulers have frustrated the younger generation. Unemployment is so rampant that some are falling into drugs, some into theft, and others into violence. The government turns a blind eye to these issues and only pays attention when something trends on social media.
Young people want government jobs, but the government is incapable of providing jobs to match the population growth. If the country’s population is around 400–500 million, can the government provide that many jobs? It’s almost impossible. The root of unemployment is deeply embedded in the lives of the youth, preventing them from moving forward.
In today’s dark age of governance, even men are no longer safe, just as women have not been. Women are being strangled, and men are being murdered in broad daylight. The government is hesitant to take these matters seriously. While there are strict laws against men, laws protecting their rights are ineffective. Earlier, rape cases of women were prevalent, but now even young girls are becoming victims. Women are being burned alive in public, and rapists roam free. Where is the government’s justice system? Where is the governance that claims to work for the people? Politicians ensure maximum security for themselves, but what about the safety of ordinary women and children? Who is responsible for their vulnerability?
India was once the land of saints and patriots, but today it is prey to monsters. Women can no longer travel alone, and even within families, young girls are not safe. News stories that shame humanity are emerging daily. No one wants to walk the path of righteousness. Corrupt leaders have created a system where even criminals feel no fear of the law. Atrocities are on the rise, and the government is exploiting the helplessness of the common people. These scenes are playing out right before the eyes of the youth, and this time, they will not remain silent. They will vote after careful consideration. They are fully aware of the power of their vote.
Mental health is also being neglected. Government hospitals are in horrible condition, often unsanitary, and inviting disease. There are no special facilities for the elderly. Horrific incidents disturb people’s mental stability. Doctors are careless and delay treatment – unless a top politician’s relative is involved, in which case they arrive in minutes and shower them with fake praise. Are only politicians' lives valuable? Isn’t a poor man’s life worth anything? Is he not human? Does he exist only to vote?
With elections in 2025, political campaigning is no longer limited to rallies and posters. It has now gone fully digital. Loudspeakers used to disturb people's peace, and posters were often torn by passing children. Even kids no longer respect these fake leaders. Election propaganda has moved to platforms like Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, WhatsApp, and Telegram. Youth create memes and reels using AI to mock these leaders. Traditional loudspeakers are now tired of repeating the same old lies. People are fed up with hearing the same promises over and over again.
The wife of the voter remains poor while the wife of the one seeking votes lives a luxurious life. Government schools are in shambles, while private schools shine. Youth in foreign countries work respectable jobs, while our youth are driven into violence. Political parties are designing their strategies, but today’s youth will not be fooled. Schemes like skill development, free education, and education reforms are just a part of the manipulation. They lure young voters by giving party tickets to young leaders. But will the youth fall for these sweet-talking tactics again?
The youth now attend colleges and engage in dialogue with politicians, but they are not so easily won over. They will respond with a shock to any false strategy. Riots and unrest are happening everywhere. Youth are being incited. The government fails to take decisive action. In places like Jammu & Kashmir, tourists are attacked by terrorists, even though they have nothing to do with the conflict. The government lives in luxury while the common people suffer.
When citizens no longer feel safe in their own country, where will they go? Violence, unemployment, crimes against women and children, and terrorism are all rising. Leaders seem deaf and blind. A hardworking student works for years but loses everything due to paper leaks. In despair, they turn to violent protests. Their inner fire is known to the government, and they exploit it. A jobless youth eventually succumbs to depression and takes the wrong path. Circumstances force him into violence when his household collapses financially.
Many rural youth are heading abroad. Every year, lakhs go overseas on work or study visas. Families in Punjab are empty, with only elders remaining at home. Youth leave not because they want to, but because their country offers no future. They’re done waiting for politicians to fulfil their promises. Even today, many regions in India lack infrastructure and basic services. A government that cannot meet basic needs can hardly be expected to serve the public voice.
Young first-time voters are excited, but also confused. Should they vote for the one promoting violence or for the pretentious government? But they are not naïve. They will only vote for someone who hears the voices of the youth and the common man. A government focused only on power and blind to public concerns should be rejected. Any government that fosters violence and insecurity does not deserve to rule.
Young voters must carefully read every party’s manifesto. Length doesn’t matter – what matters is how committed the leaders are to their promises. Will they implement the promises made in writing, or will the manifesto become nothing but scrap paper? They may buy votes from the poor, but they cannot manipulate educated youth. Voters must avoid those spreading negativity online. One must vote based on real social and economic issues, not on religion or caste. Only when the people are financially and socially strong will they live a peaceful life. Voting is every citizen’s right. The ink on the finger decides the nation’s future – it is not just ink, but the mark of destiny.
Today’s youth want change. They are tired of old, repetitive politics. They seek transformation across every sector. Some may be influenced by negativity, but this is not the time to be critical—it is the time to think and take political responsibility. Youth interested in politics must step forward. Only young leaders can understand the pain of unemployment. They understand what it means to be mocked and insulted while job-hunting.
If a youth becomes a leader, they can become a successful and empathetic one. Youth can change society. The 2025 election is a golden opportunity for young voters. Whoever they choose, they will choose wisely. A true leader builds the country and earns the people’s trust. If a political party fields a young candidate, citizens should give that youth a chance. They can play a vital role in reforming the nation.
Every vote in 2025 counts. Trust and hope must be protected. An honest leader earns that trust again and again. From villages to cities, from basic needs to advanced demands–a loyal leader takes care of all. Voters will happily return to vote for such a leader again and again.