BJP Unveils Second Manifesto for Delhi Elections, Promises Free Education from “KG to PG”

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) unveiled its second manifesto, or "Sankalp Patra," for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, promising a range of welfare measures if the party is voted to power. The BJP’s new promises primarily focus on students and youth, pledging to provide free education “from KG to PG” at government-run institutions for financially needy students in Delhi. In addition, the party has committed to offer one-time financial assistance of ₹15,000 for students preparing for competitive exams, as well as reimbursing two instances of travel and application fees.

BJP MP Anurag Thakur, who launched the manifesto, underscored the party’s focus on solving the city's problems. He also highlighted that the BJP would form a special team to investigate "misgovernance and corruption" by the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). "This is the time for a change in Delhi," Thakur said, adding that the party would implement these promises in a “time-bound” manner if they win.

In addition to financial assistance, the BJP’s manifesto also includes a new initiative for students from Scheduled Castes who are enrolled in technical or professional courses. These students will receive a monthly stipend of ₹1,000. The party has also committed to launching a skills training program aimed at benefiting over 1.5 lakh young men and women in Delhi.

The BJP's manifesto takes a two-part approach. The first section, released last week, targeted women voters with promises such as ₹2,500 in monthly aid for women, ₹21,000 for every pregnant woman, and subsidized LPG cylinders at ₹500. This second part centers on the education and welfare of youth, with a special emphasis on financial support for students preparing for entrance exams.


The BJP also introduced "Modi ki guarantee" promises, including life insurance of ₹10 lakh and accident insurance of ₹5 lakh for domestic workers, as well as scholarships for the children of auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers. The BJP’s focus on these groups reflects an attempt to appeal to voters in these key segments of the electorate.

The ruling AAP quickly responded to the BJP’s promises. AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal raised concerns over the BJP’s plan to provide free education only to "eligible" children in Delhi’s government schools. “Under AAP, everyone is getting free education. This means they want people to be harassed and make multiple trips to BJP offices to admit their children,” Kejriwal remarked. He also warned voters, saying, “Last week BJP announced that free healthcare for all will be stopped… Today, they have announced that free education will be stopped. I request the people of Delhi to BEWARE. Don’t vote for BJP, or else your house budget will go for a toss.”

With the elections set for February 5 and the counting on February 8, the BJP aims to unseat the AAP and prevent the party from securing a third consecutive term in power. Meanwhile, the AAP, which has not yet released its full manifesto, has already outlined its proposals, including continued access to free education, mohalla clinics, and free electricity for residents.