BJP Manifesto: BJP's ‘Sankalp Patra’ vs. Congress's ‘Nyay Patra’ Manifesto

BJP Manifesto Sankalp Patra: As India braces for the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Indian National Congress have unveiled their respective manifestoes, outlining their plans and promises for the country's future.

Manifesto Highlights:

Sankalp Patra v/s Nyay Patra

- BJP's ‘Sankalp Patra’ focuses on four pillars of development: women, youth, the underprivileged, and farmers, with 14 promises.
- Congress's ‘Nyay Patra’ emphasizes five pillars of justice, including Yuva Nyay, Naari Nyay, Kisaan Nyay, Shramik Nyay, and Hissedari Nyay, with 25 guarantees.

 Targeting Young Voters

- BJP vows to implement laws against paper leaks, fill government vacancies, and boost the startup ecosystem.
- Congress promises a clear Yuva Nyay program, apprenticeships for young graduates, and filling vacant government positions.

 Senior Citizens

- BJP plans to expand the Ayushman Bharat Yojana and facilitate convenient facilities for senior citizens' pilgrimage.
- Congress aims to enforce disability rights, increase pensions, and restore travel concessions for seniors.

Farmers Vote Bank

- BJP pledges to strengthen crop insurance and increase minimum support prices (MSP).
- Congress guarantees legal MSP and establishes a Permanent Commission on Agricultural Finance.

Women Voters

- BJP aims to economically empower rural women, enhance healthcare services, and ensure better representation.
- Congress proposes a cash transfer scheme, job reservations, and more hostels for working women.

 Health for All

- BJP focuses on strengthening AIIMS, expanding healthcare initiatives, and providing low-cost medicines.
- Congress plans to adopt a cashless insurance model for universal healthcare and increase healthcare budget allocations.

 Indian Economy

- BJP promises to make India the third-largest economy, ensure low inflation, and increase employment opportunities.
- Congress targets doubling GDP in ten years, protecting gig workers' rights, and supporting free trade.

High-Quality Education

- BJP pledges to upgrade institutions, align curriculums with industry needs, and promote skill development.
- Congress aims to make education up to Class XII free and compulsory, emphasize STEM subjects, and amend education policies.

 National Security

- BJP focuses on establishing military commands, enhancing border infrastructure, and equipping armed forces.
- Congress plans to scrap certain schemes, issue a comprehensive security strategy, and institutionalize military appointments.

Preserving Environment

- BJP aims to achieve clean air standards, improve river health, and promote environmental conservation.
- Congress seeks to strengthen pollution control measures, establish an independent environmental authority, and enforce climate change plans.

With contrasting visions and promises, the BJP's ‘Sankalp Patra’ and Congress's ‘Nyay Patra’ set the stage for a competitive electoral battle as India prepares to elect its next government. The seven-phase Lok Sabha Elections 2024 will commence on April 19, with results expected on June 4.

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