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The Congress party has launched a strategic women-centric campaign called 'Charcha Abhiyan' ahead of Bihar's Assembly polls. The initiative aims to directly engage with female voters across panchayats and blocks, addressing critical issues of women's safety and rights. Party leaders like Alka Lamba are positioning the campaign as a "letter of justice" for Bihar's women, promising increased support and highlighting existing government shortcomings. The outreach program will involve direct interactions with grassroots women workers to strengthen the party's electoral connection.

Key Points: Congress Launches Mahila Ki Baat Campaign for Bihar Polls

  • Congress targets women voters through statewide grassroots interaction
  • Campaign highlights women's rights and safety concerns
  • Criticizes Nitish government's handling of women's issues
  • Promises increased support for women workers
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Ahead of Bihar Assembly polls, Cong launches women-centric outreach campaign

Congress initiates women-centric 'Charcha Abhiyan' to connect with female voters and address key issues in Bihar Assembly elections

"This is not just a manifesto, but a 'letter of justice' to the women of Bihar - Alka Lamba, Mahila Congress President"

Patna, April 18

Ahead of Bihar Assembly polls, the Congress has launched a new women-centric outreach initiative titled 'Charcha Abhiyan' -'Mahila Ki Baat, Congress Ke Sath' to strengthen its connection with female voters.

The campaign was unveiled at party headquarters Sadaqat Ashram, with the release of a poster by its prominent leaders, including Mahila Congress national president Alka Lamba, Bihar Pradesh Congress president Rajesh Kumar, Shakeel Ahmed Khan, Madan Mohan Jha, and MLA Pratima Das.

Speaking at the launch, Rajesh Kumar criticised the Nitish government, saying, "Though the government is announcing schemes for women, crime and corruption continue unabated. Congress will now go directly to women to understand and raise their issues."

Alka Lamba announced that the statewide programme will formally begin from April 20 across every panchayat and block.

"This is not just a manifesto, but a 'letter of justice' to the women of Bihar," she said.

The campaign will include direct interactions with grassroots women workers like Jeevika Didis, Anganwadi workers, sahayikas, and cooks.

Lamba emphasised the Congress' commitment to women's dignity and rights, and promised an increase in honorarium if voted to power.

She cited incidents of crime against women, including a "gangrape" of a girl in Varanasi, saying that the double-engine government "lacks action and political will".

"The Mahila Congress will confront the corrupt system and demand justice for women betrayed by the double-engine government," Lamba asserted.

She also highlighted Congress works, such as installing sanitary vending machines in two Bihar districts, as part of the party's commitment to women's health and hygiene.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar also launched the statewide 'Mahila Samvad' programme on Friday.

- IANS

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Priya M.
Finally some focus on women's issues! The sanitary vending machines are a great start, but we need more concrete plans for safety and employment. Hope this isn't just election rhetoric 🤞
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Rahul K.
Interesting timing with Nitish Kumar also launching a women's program. Political parties suddenly remember women only during elections. Actions speak louder than posters!
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Sunita P.
As an Anganwadi worker, I welcome this initiative! We've been asking for better honorariums for years. Hope they actually listen to us at the grassroots level 🙏
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Amit S.
While I appreciate the focus on women's issues, I wish Congress had more specific policy proposals instead of just criticizing others. What exactly will they do differently?
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Neha T.
'Letter of justice' sounds powerful! But will they actually follow through? Women in Bihar need more than just promises - we need safe streets, better healthcare, and equal opportunities 💪
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Vikram J.
Good to see political competition over women's welfare programs. Maybe this push from Congress will make all parties take women voters more seriously. Healthy democracy needs this!

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