Delhi LS polls: National security, unemployment, noteban weighed heavy on voters' mind

National security, unemployment and demonetisation were among the various issues on which Delhiites exercised their franchise on Sunday.

Anuj Agarwal, a 65-year-old retired Professor of Delhi School of Economics, said he voted for the stability of the country.

"The country needs a strong prime minister who can capably lead it on all fronts," Agarwal said after casting his vote at a polling station in the Nizamuddin East area of the East Delhi Lok Sabha constituency.

Sandip, a medical representative, criticised the heavy expenditure on campaigning by political parties, saying they should focus on real issues like public transport, employment and water supply.

Muhammad Waseem, 21, a resident of Nangloi, said he voted for those who can give him a "real job and not someone who asks people to sell pakodas".

National security is important but people are also dying due to distress over crop failure, Waseem, a first-time voter, added.

Meena Jasotani, 47, a resident of Chandni Chowk, said she .