diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.yml b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.yml
index 8025d136..7cddcaef 100644
--- a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.yml
+++ b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.yml
@@ -38,7 +38,7 @@ body:
         - Critical for my use case
       default: 0
     validations:
-      required: false
+      required: true
 
   - type: textarea
     id: problem-statement
@@ -85,6 +85,8 @@ body:
       label: Mockups/Screenshots
       description: If applicable, add mockups, wireframes, or screenshots to help illustrate your feature request.
       placeholder: Drag and drop images here or paste image URLs
+    validations:
+      required: false
 
   - type: textarea
     id: additional-context
@@ -92,6 +94,8 @@ body:
       label: Additional Context
       description: Add any other context, references, or examples about the feature request here.
       placeholder: Any additional information that might be helpful...
+    validations:
+      required: false
 
   - type: checkboxes
     id: terms