The Congress manifesto for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections highlighted caste and cash incentives, while the BJP’s manifesto, titled ‘Modi Ki Guarantee’, avoids cash freebies and focuses on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s credibility. It showcases achievements of the past decade and reaffirms promises like the abrogation of Article 370 and construction of the Ram Temple.
Key Points:
– BJP pledges to fulfill unfinished agendas from 2019, including One Nation, One Election by 2029 and the Uniform Civil Code.
– No mention of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) due to the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).
– BJP emphasizes welfare schemes reaching all castes and religions, extending Lakhpati Didi Yojana and Ayushman Bharat Yojana to more beneficiaries.
– Focus on women with promises of affordable piped gas and free medical insurance for citizens above 70 years under Ayushman Bharat Yojana.
– BJP focuses on infrastructure investment for employment growth, promoting entrepreneurship through doubling loan amounts under Mudra Yojana.
– Promotes solar energy with PM Surya Ghar Bijli Yojana instead of free electricity, aiming for self-sufficiency and contribution to renewable energy goals.
The BJP’s manifesto revolves around Modi’s popularity and credibility, promising to fulfill commitments made and highlighting the importance of the Uniform Civil Code.
