New Delhi, April 23 -- "The vote is precious. It is the most powerful non-violent tool we have in a democratic society, and we must use it." - John Lewis

LiveMint's quote of the day is by the late civil rights leader John Lewis. It is a call to action that frames voting not just as a civic duty, but as a form of non-violent resistance and a fundamental exercise of power.

Two Indian states - West Bengal and Tamil Nadu - are undergoing voting today.

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections are being held in a single phase today, while West Bengal will witness two phases of polling in the Assembly elections 2026, with the second phase scheduled to take place on April 29.

The first phase covers all 54 seats in north Bengal, along wit...