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Congress‘s Strategic Planning
The upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections in India have stirred a wave of anticipation and strategic planning among political parties, with the Congress party unveiling a robust manifesto centered around a set of 25 guarantees or Nyay that encapsulate promises targeting diverse segments of society. This manifesto, meticulously crafted to resonate with the aspirations and concerns of the populace, represents a pivotal document outlining the party’s vision for governance and societal progress.
The 25 guarantees, aimed at countering Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s promises, encompass pledges such as the creation of three million government jobs, providing ₹1 lakh to every poor household, ensuring the right to apprenticeship, and removing the 50% cap on reservations after conducting a nationwide caste census.
Core Pillars of Congress’s Manifesto
At the heart of the Congress’s manifesto are five core pillars, each catering to specific demographic groups: Yuva Nyay (Justice for the youth), Nari Nyay (Justice for women), Kisan Nyay (Justice for farmers), Shramik Nyay (Justice for laborers), and Hissedari Nyay (Justice for marginalized groups). These pillars form the foundation of the party’s electoral agenda, reflecting a nuanced understanding of the multifaceted challenges faced by different segments of Indian society.
Here are the key points of the Congress party’s Nyay manifesto for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, categorized under the five core pillars:
Yuva Nyay (Justice for the youth)
- Guarantee of permanent appointment to 30 lakh government posts.
- Ensuring ₹1 lakh stipend for each graduate and diploma holder in apprenticeships.
- New law to stop paper leaks and ensure reliable conduct of examinations.
- Better working conditions, pensions, and social security for the gig economy workforce.
- Start-up funds at the district level from a national fund of ₹5,000 crore.
Nari Nyay (Justice for women)
- Providing ₹1 lakh per year for one woman in every economically disadvantaged family..
- Implementing 50% reservation for women in all recruitment processes under the central government.
- Doubling of the central government’s contribution to Anganwadi, ASHA, and Mid-Day Meal workers’ salaries.
- Appointment of an Adhikar Maitri in every Panchayat to explain women’s rights.
- Doubling the number of Savitribai Phule Working Women’s Hostels in every district headquarters.
Kisan Nyay (Justice for farmers)
- Legal status to Minimum Support Price (MSP) with a special law.
- Amendment of the GST regime to remove taxation on agricultural materials.
- Formulation of an import-export policy favoring farmers’ interests.
- Redesigning of PM Fasal Bima Yojana for prompt payments to farmers.
- Establishment of a Standing Farm Loan Waiver Commission.
Shramik Nyay (Justice for workers)
- Right to Health law providing universal healthcare.
- National minimum wage of ₹400 per day for all workers including MGNREGS workers.
- Employment guarantee act for urban areas similar to MGNREGA.
- Life insurance and accident assurance for unorganized workers.
- Stop contractual employment in core government functions.
Hissedari Nyay (Justice for marginalized groups)
- Caste census to determine SC, ST, and OBC populations.
- Removal of the 50% cap on caste-based quotas through constitutional amendment.
- Special budget allocation for SC and ST communities.
- Settlement of forest rights claims within one year.
- Notification of habitats with large ST populations as scheduled areas.
Conclusion
The Congress’s 2024 manifesto represents a comprehensive roadmap for inclusive growth and social justice, encompassing a wide range of policy measures tailored to uplift and empower different segments of Indian society. With its focus on job creation, women’s empowerment, agricultural reforms, labor rights, and social inclusion, the manifesto underscores the party’s commitment to addressing the diverse needs and aspirations of the Indian populace.
