New Delhi, Jan. 25 -- On the occasion of National Voters' Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday emphasised the importance of registering as a voter after turning 18.

Addressing the nation in the 130th edition and first 'Mann Ki Baat' programme of the year, he highlighted that it's the eve of India's 77th Republic Day. "On this day, our constitution came into force. The day of January 26 gives us an opportunity to pay homage to the architects of our constitution."

The PM also said that today is National Voter's Day, emphasising the role of voters in a democracy.

"The voter is the soul of democracy. Whenever a young person becomes a voter for the first time, the entire neighbourhood, village, or even the city should come together t...