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Congress Unveils Bengal Poll Manifesto with Free Education, Women's Aid

The Congress party has launched its manifesto for the West Bengal assembly polls, crafted by a committee formed six months ago to incorporate public opinion. Key promises include free education up to the post-graduate level and a monthly financial aid of Rs 2000 for women. The party also pledges Rs 15,000 in annual assistance for farmers, along with free electricity and a better procurement system. Polling for the 294-seat assembly is scheduled for April 23 and 29, with results on May 4.

Key Points: Congress West Bengal Poll Manifesto: Free Education, Women Aid

  • Free education up to post-graduation
  • Rs 2000 monthly aid for women
  • Rs 15,000 annual assistance for farmers
  • State-funded health insurance up to Rs 10 lakh
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West Bengal Polls: "Manifesto unveiled keeping in mind opinions of people", says Congress leader Ghulam Ahmad Mir

Congress launches Bengal poll manifesto promising free PG education, Rs 2000 monthly for women, Rs 15,000 farmer aid, and state health insurance.

"We have tried to prepare this manifesto keeping in mind the opinion of the people - Ghulam Ahmad Mir"

Kolkata, April 8

Congress leader Ghulam Ahmed Mir on Tuesday said that the manifesto unveiled for the upcoming West Bengal assembly polls was prepared by a committee formed six months ago, "keeping in mind the opinions of the people".

Speaking to ANI, he said, "This manifesto is not a traditional manifesto. We formed a committee 6 months ago and did not copy from any book. We have tried to prepare this manifesto keeping in mind the opinion of the people about what they expect from the Congress and Rahul Gandhi. Congress has a credibility that it does what it says."

Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge, along with other leaders, launched the election manifesto for the upcoming West Bengal assembly polls.

Addressing a press conference here, Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge reflected on the key promises of the party, including free education up to post-graduation, monthly financial aid for women and farmers, fast-track courts and state-sponsored health insurance.

"We will give women Rs 2000 every month. We will provide free education up to post-graduate level to empower them. We will establish fast-track courts for their safety. In healthcare, we will provide fully state-funded health insurance up to Rs 10 lakh so that every citizen can get affordable and better health care. Farmer Welfare: Farmers will be given an annual assistance of Rs 15,000 rupees. In addition, free electricity and a better procurement system will be ensured to increase both their income and security," Kharge stated.

Polling for the 294-member Assembly in West Bengal will take place in two phases on April 23 and April 29, while counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.

In the last assembly election in the state, held in eight phases in 2021, the TMC recorded a landslide victory with 213 seats amid an intense contest with the BJP, which jumped to 77 seats. Congress and Left Front drew a blank in the last state polls.

- ANI

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Rohit P
After drawing a blank last time, they need a strong comeback. The manifesto sounds good on paper, especially the help for farmers and health insurance. But in Bengal, it's a tough fight between TMC and BJP. Congress needs a solid alliance with the Left to be relevant. 🤔
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Aman W
"Congress has a credibility that it does what it says." With all due respect, this line made me chuckle. Promises before elections are one thing, implementation is another. I'll believe it when I see it. Voters are smarter now.
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Shreya B
The focus on women's safety with fast-track courts and financial aid is very welcome! As a woman, these issues matter a lot. Hope all parties make such concrete promises. Let's see who actually follows through.
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Karthik V
Good to see a manifesto prepared after public consultation. The ₹15,000 for farmers and free electricity can be a game-changer in rural Bengal. But where will the money come from? The financial details need to be clear.
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Nisha Z
Manifesto sounds perfect, almost too good to be true. Free education, health insurance, farmer aid... It's a comprehensive wishlist. But in the end, Bengal needs stable governance and development, not just promises. The third front needs to prove its strength.

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