Congress’s Manifesto for Madhya Pradesh:
The Congress party in Madhya Pradesh has unveiled an ambitious manifesto for the upcoming assembly elections, outlining a comprehensive plan to address the needs of various sections of society. The 106-page ‘Vachan Patra‘ covers a wide range of promises, from education and healthcare to agriculture and employment. Let’s dive into the key highlights of this significant document.
- Empowering Students: Padho-Padhao Scheme Under the ‘Padho-Padhao’ Scheme, the Congress promises to offer scholarships to school students. Children in government schools from Class 1 to 8 will receive Rs 500, those in Class 9-10 will receive Rs 1000, and students in Class 11-12 will receive Rs 1500 every month, fostering educational opportunities and equity.
- Restoring Old Pension Scheme The restoration of the old pension scheme is a vital commitment. This move aims to secure the financial future of government employees, ensuring their retirement benefits are safeguarded.
- Empowering OBCs: 27% Quota The Congress has pledged to provide a 27% reservation to Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in government services and schemes, a step towards achieving greater social equity and representation.
- Farm Loan Waivers: Jai Kisan Agricultural Loan Waiver Scheme In a significant move for the agricultural community, the Congress has promised farm loan waivers of up to Rs 2 lakh under the ‘Jai Kisan Agricultural Loan Waiver Scheme.’ This aims to alleviate the financial burden on farmers.
- Madhya Pradesh’s Own IPL Team One of the standout promises in the manifesto is the creation of Madhya Pradesh’s cricket IPL team. This initiative seeks to promote sports and nurture cricket talent in the state, bringing pride to Madhya Pradesh.
- Support for Farmers: Fair Crop Prices To bolster the agricultural sector, the Congress has committed to purchasing paddy from farmers at a rate of Rs 2500 per quintal and wheat at Rs 2600 per quintal, with a future target of Rs 3000 per quintal. These actions aim to provide fair prices for farmers’ produce.
- Welfare for Rural Areas: Job Creation and Swabhiman Yojana The promise of creating one lakh new posts in rural areas signifies a commitment to generating employment opportunities. Additionally, the ‘Swabhiman Yojana’ will provide financial aid of Rs 1500 to Rs 3000 to unemployed youth, promoting self-sufficiency and dignity.
- Ensuring Health Security: Right to Health and Insurance A crucial commitment is the establishment of a ‘Right to Health’ law. This law will provide health insurance up to Rs 25 lakh and accident insurance up to Rs 10 lakh, ensuring access to quality healthcare and financial security in times of crisis.
- Women’s Empowerment: Nari Samman Nidhi Yojana Under the ‘Nari Samman Nidhi Yojana,’ women will receive Rs 1500 per month, promoting economic independence and recognition of their invaluable contributions to society.
- Social Security: Pension Increase Social security pensions will be increased to Rs 1200, benefiting those who rely on these pensions for their livelihoods.
- Affordable Domestic Gas Cylinders Domestic gas cylinders will be made available at the affordable price of Rs 500, offering relief to households and promoting clean cooking practices.
- Support for the Differently-Abled The amount of pension for multi-disabled people will be raised to Rs 2000, acknowledging the unique challenges faced by this segment of the population.
These commitments reflect the Congress party’s comprehensive approach to governance, focusing on education, healthcare, agriculture, employment, and social security. By addressing the needs of diverse sections of society, the manifesto aims to create a more equitable and prosperous Madhya Pradesh.
In the run-up to the Madhya Pradesh assembly elections, the Congress party has laid out its vision for the state’s future. With these promises, they aim to transform the lives of the people, promote social inclusion, and make Madhya Pradesh a vibrant and progressive state. It remains to be seen how these commitments will translate into action if the Congress party is elected to power.
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