Ahead of the upcoming Delhi assembly elections scheduled for February 5, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) unveiled its manifesto on Monday, featuring 15 guarantees aimed at improving welfare, infrastructure, and quality of life for Delhi residents.
Key Promises in AAP’s Manifesto
- Employment and Welfare Initiatives:
- Guaranteed robust job creation for Delhi’s youth.
- Launch of the Mahila Samman Yojana, offering Rs.2,100 monthly financial support to women.
- Healthcare and Education:
- Free healthcare for senior citizens under the Sanjeevani Yojana.
- Scholarships for SC and ST students to study abroad under the Babasaheb Ambedkar Scholarship Yojana.
- Transport Benefits:
- Free bus rides for students.
- 50% concession in metro fares for all commuters.
- Utility and Infrastructure Development:
- Round-the-clock supply of clean drinking water.
- Waiving of outstanding “hiked” water bills.
- Commitment to clean the Yamuna River and improve Delhi’s sewage system.
- Making Delhi’s roads world-class.
- Additional Benefits:
- Financial aid of Rs.18,000 per month for priests and Gurudwara Granthis.
- Free electricity and water for tenants.
- Financial support for auto and cab drivers, including Rs.1 lakh for their daughters’ weddings and Rs.10 lakh insurance coverage.
- Funding for RWAs to hire security guards and enhance local safety.
AAP vs BJP Manifesto War
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has also released its manifesto, focusing on ownership rights in unauthorized colonies, cleaning the Yamuna within three years, and implementing the Ayushman Bharat Scheme for free treatment up to Rs.5 lakh.
AAP has accused BJP of copying its welfare policies, with former Delhi deputy CM Manish Sisodia calling it an “admission of defeat.” In contrast, BJP claims it will continue beneficial AAP schemes while introducing its own.
AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal responded, “The BJP has already made it clear that they will stop all these schemes if they come to power. Will the people of Delhi bear the cost if BJP halts these benefits?”
Election Details
The Delhi assembly elections will be held on February 5, with votes counted on February 8. AAP’s manifesto is being positioned as a continuation of its governance model, emphasizing welfare, infrastructure, and development.
