Fri Jan 17 11:39:59 UTC 2025: ## BJP Unveils Delhi Manifesto, Promises Generous Welfare Schemes Targeting Women and Seniors

**New Delhi, [Date]** – The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today released the first part of its manifesto for the upcoming Delhi elections, promising a raft of welfare measures centered around women and senior citizens. Union Minister JP Nadda, unveiling the “Sankalp Patra,” accused the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of corruption and pledged to continue existing welfare schemes while introducing new initiatives.

Key highlights of the BJP’s manifesto include:

* **Women’s empowerment:** A one-time financial assistance of Rs 21,000 and six nutritional kits for pregnant women, Rs 5,000 for the first child and Rs 6,000 for the second. A new “Mahila Smriddhi Yojana” offering Rs 2,500 monthly assistance to women. Nadda criticized AAP for failing to deliver on its 2021 promise of Rs 1,000 to women.

* **Senior Citizen Support:** An additional Rs 5 lakh health cover for senior citizens (bringing the total to Rs 10 lakh), and a pension scheme offering Rs 2,000-2,500 for those aged 60-70 and Rs 3,000 for those above 70. Divyang and widows will receive Rs 3,000.

* **Other Initiatives:** A Rs 500 LPG cylinder subsidy, with two free cylinders provided on Diwali and Holi. Immediate implementation of the Ayushman Bharat health scheme upon taking power. Establishment of “Atal Canteens” in slums offering full meals for Rs 5.

Nadda further alleged widespread corruption within AAP’s Mohalla Clinics, claiming a Rs 300 crore scam and promising investigations and prosecutions if the BJP wins. The BJP’s manifesto contrasts sharply with the AAP’s existing welfare programs, setting the stage for a fierce electoral battle.

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