Mar 20 • 12:21 UTC 🇮🇳 India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

Bengal Election: TMC Releases Manifesto... Know the Major Points of 'Didi's 10 Resolutions'

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) unveiled its manifesto for the West Bengal assembly elections, highlighting ten key resolutions aimed at combating central intervention and preserving the state's identity.

Amid extensive preparations for the West Bengal assembly elections, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) launched their manifesto, referred to as 'Didi's 10 Resolutions'. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee emphasized that these commitments are designed to counteract the increasing intervention from the central government and protect Bengal's unique identity. The elections are set to occur in two phases on April 23 and April 29, with the counting of votes scheduled for May 4.

The manifesto outlines several pledges concerning welfare initiatives and economic development. One notable promise is the increase in financial aid under the Lakshmi Bhandar scheme, which will provide 1,500 rupees per month to women from the general category and 1,700 rupees for SC/ST women. Additionally, under the 'Banglar Yuba Sathi' scheme, the TMC plans to continue providing monthly support of 1,500 rupees to unemployed youth, showcasing a focus on both women and youth in their socio-economic policy framework.

Furthermore, the party has prioritized agricultural support, proposing a dedicated budget of 30,000 crore rupees aimed at benefiting farmers. These commitments, if realized, could significantly impact the socio-economic landscape of Bengal and reflect TMC's strategy to bolster its support base before the elections. The effectiveness of such promises will likely be scrutinized as the election date approaches, particularly in light of competition from opposition parties.

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