Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tweeted in Thursday: “Dear Citizens of India, Phase 2 of the Lok Sabha polls start today. I am sure all those whose seats are polling today will strengthen our democracy by exercising their franchise. I hope more youngsters head to the polling booths and vote!”

The second phase of Gujarat Assembly elections on Thursday saw over 68 per cent voting, the Election Commission said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public rally in Bhabhar town of Banskantha district in Gujarat on Friday, attacking Congress from various fronts, including floods and Aiyar's Pakistan visit.