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Congress releases manifesto for Delhi polls, promises to conduct caste census if elected
Jan-29-2025

Ahead of the Delhi assembly election, the Congress launched its manifesto, promising to conduct a caste census and set up a ministry for Purvanchalis if it is voted to power in the national capital.

Congress also promised a monthly grant of Rs 2,500 to women, free electricity up to 300 units and LPG cylinders at Rs 500. Free health coverage up to Rs 25 lakh for all Delhi residents and free ration kits, proposed to launch 100 Indira canteens across the city that would offer meals at Rs 5 were also among the party's guarantees.

The manifesto also promises financial assistance of Rs 8,500 per month for one year to educated unemployed youth and promised to revive governance initiatives from Sheila Dikshit's era and strengthen social welfare schemes. Delhi Congress president Devender Yadav released the manifesto, which is divided into 22 focus areas. Yadav was accompanied  by Congress communications incharge Jairam Ramesh.

Speaking at the manifesto release, Congress MP Jairam Ramesh said, ‘A guarantee means that it is the right of the public. Congress has given five main guarantees for the Delhi elections.’ Ramesh also targeted the BJP-led central government and AAP-led Delhi government over the issue of pollution and said both of them have failed to tackle the crisis.

Congress was ousted from power by the AAP in 2013. Delhi goes to polls on February 5 and the results will be announced on February 8. A total of 699 candidates are competing for 70 Assembly seats in Delhi.


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