What AAP, BJP, and Congress Are Promising for Delhi in 2025 Elections?

As Delhi gears up for the Assembly elections on February 5, political parties are competing to win voters' hearts with promises ranging from freebies to women-centric initiatives. The ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), its primary opponent Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and a resurging Congress have each unveiled their manifestos with bold pledges. Here's a look at who promised what ahead of the elections:

AAP's Manifesto and Promises

The AAP aims to counter BJP's pro-women schemes with its welfare-driven initiatives:

• 'Sanjeevani Yojana': Free treatment for senior citizens (60+) at both government and private hospitals.
• Support for RWAs: Funding for Resident Welfare Associations to hire private security guards.
• Benefits for Auto Drivers: Five guarantees, including ₹1 lakh for daughters' marriages and ₹10 lakh life insurance.
• Free Electricity and Water for Tenants: Extending current schemes to tenants.
• Other Initiatives: Welfare-focused offerings to outpace BJP's ₹2,100 promise for women with the rival's own ₹2,500 aid under the "Mahila Samridhi Yojana."

BJP's Manifesto and Promises

The BJP is focusing on women's welfare and cost-of-living relief measures:

1. 'Mahila Samridhi Yojana': ₹2,500 monthly aid for women.
2. 'Chief Minister Matritva Suraksha Yojana': ₹21,000 and six nutrition kits for pregnant women.
3. Affordable LPG: ₹500 per cylinder for economically weaker sections, with free cylinders on Holi and Diwali.
4. Senior Citizens' Pension Hike: ₹2,500 (ages 60-70) and ₹3,000 (ages 70+ including widows, divyangs, and destitute).
5. Commitment to Anti-Corruption: Assurance of continuing existing welfare schemes with greater transparency.
6. BJP's manifesto, unveiled as the 'Sankalp Patra', aims to rival AAP's governance model while promising a "developed Delhi."

Congress's Manifesto and Promises

After struggling in recent elections, Congress is offering bold measures:

• Electricity Relief: 300 free units of electricity for all households.
• LPG Subsidy: Cylinders priced at ₹500 each.
• Monthly Ration Kits: Essential items like rice, sugar, grains, cooking oil, and tea.
• Women's Welfare: ₹2,500 monthly under the 'Pyari Didi Yojana.'
• Health Insurance: Coverage of ₹25 lakh for all residents.
• Youth Employment: ₹8,500 monthly stipend for unemployed graduates and job placement initiatives.

A Three-Way Contest

The elections will see a triangular contest as the BJP and Congress strive to deny AAP a third consecutive term in power. Voting across all 70 assembly seats is scheduled for February 5, with counting on February 8.

Which party's promises will resonate most with voters? The answer will shape Delhi's political landscape for the next five years.