Bihar Election 2025: 14-Year-Old Cricket Sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi Named 'Future Voter Icon' for Bihar Elections

The Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 have witnessed an interesting development with the appointment of young cricket sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi to a significant role by the Election Commission. At just 14 years old, Vaibhav, known for his impressive batting prowess, has been chosen as the 'Future Voter Icon' to raise awareness among voters in Bihar. This initiative aims to engage young people in the electoral process and underscore the importance of voting.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi's New Role

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, an emerging talent in Indian cricket, recognized for his mature batting beyond his years, is now playing a crucial role in Bihar's democratic festival. The Election Commission has entrusted him with the responsibility of motivating youth to participate in voting. The Bihar Assembly Elections will be conducted in two phases, with the first on November 6 and the second on November 11. The Election Commission often leverages prominent personalities to encourage public participation, and this time, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has been given this honor.

Vaibhav's Appeal: 'Bihar will Vote, Bihar will Choose its Government'

The Election Commission. And the Press Information Bureau (PIB) have released a video featuring Vaibhav Suryavanshi. In the video, Vaibhav appeals to the people of Bihar to exercise their right to vote to strengthen the foundation of democracy, while he stated, 'Namaskar, I salute you all. Whenever I step onto the field, my job is to play well and win for my team. Similarly, in a democracy, your important job is to vote. So, be aware and cast your vote in the Assembly elections. Bihar will vote, Bihar will choose its government. '

Other SWEEP Icons Also Appointed

In addition to Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 'Panchayat' series actor Chandan Rai and Saharsa's Pankaj Jha have also been named SWEEP Icons. Wushu players Soumya Anand and Ayush Thakur, hockey player Jyoti Kumari, social worker Tabassum Ali, and artist Ashok Kumar Vishwas, known for his excellent work in painting, have also been selected as SWEEP Icons, while these personalities will all contribute to raising voter awareness in Bihar.