Kolkata, April 7 The Congress party released its manifesto for the upcoming assembly elections in West Bengal on Tuesday, promising, among other things, free education for women up to the postgraduate level and filling all vacant government positions within one year.
The manifesto, released by party president Mallikarjun Kharge here on Tuesday evening, presented the party as a third alternative for the people of the state, alongside the Trinamool Congress and the BJP.
"In the last 15 years of its rule in Bengal, the Trinamool Congress has done little to develop the state. There is a need for investment and the creation of employment opportunities. The BJP also does not talk about the economy or job creation, but is only interested in polarization," Kharge said.
The Congress party promised in its manifesto a monthly assistance of Rs 2,000, free education up to the postgraduate level, and free government transport for all women.
The party also pledged to set up AI and skill development centers in all districts of West Bengal, along with providing health insurance coverage of Rs 10 lakh for every family in the state.
Additionally, the manifesto promised Rs 15,000 per year for marginal and landless farmers, and up to 200 units of free electricity for farmers.
The elections to the 294-member West Bengal assembly will be held in two phases – on April 23 and 29. Votes will be counted on May 4.
