The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured a landslide victory in the Delhi Assembly elections, reclaiming power after 26 years by winning nearly four dozen seats. With this decisive win, all eyes are now on how and when the BJP fulfills the promises made in its election manifesto.
During the campaign, BJP, AAP, and Congress all made significant promises to woo voters. Now that BJP has triumphed, Delhi residents are eager to know what benefits and freebies will be delivered under the new administration.
Here’s a breakdown of key promises from BJP’s manifesto and what it means for the citizens of Delhi.
Major Freebies & Benefits Promised by BJP
1️⃣ Affordable & Free LPG Cylinders
- Poor women will get LPG cylinders for just ₹500.
- Two free cylinders will be provided every year during Holi and Diwali.
2️⃣ Financial Aid for Pregnant Women
- Expectant mothers will receive ₹21,000 in financial assistance.
- Six nutritional kits will be distributed to pregnant women.
3️⃣ ₹2500 Monthly Assistance for Women
- Under the ‘Mahila Samriddhi Yojana’, every eligible woman will receive ₹2500 per month.
4️⃣ Implementation of Ayushman Bharat
- The first cabinet meeting will approve Ayushman Bharat in Delhi.
- Free medical treatment up to ₹10 lakh at both government and private hospitals.
5️⃣ Atal Canteens for the Poor
- Subsidized meal centers will be established in slum areas.
- Meals will be available at just ₹5 per plate.
6️⃣ Financial Aid for Students
- Students appearing for competitive exams will get ₹15,000 as assistance.
- SC/ST students will receive ₹1000 per month for technical and vocational courses.
7️⃣ Job Creation
- 50,000 government jobs will be provided.
- 20 lakh jobs and self-employment opportunities will be created in Delhi.
8️⃣ Support for Registered Laborers
- Loans up to ₹3 lakh will be given to registered workers.
- ₹10,000 aid for skills development and equipment purchase.
9️⃣ Increased Pension for Senior Citizens
- Pending pensions of elderly citizens will be resumed.
- 60+ seniors: Pension will be raised from ₹2000 to ₹2500.
- 70+ seniors: Pension will be increased from ₹2500 to ₹3000.
🔟 Free Education from KG to PG
- School to postgraduate education will be completely free for students.
Will Free Electricity, Water & Bus Travel Continue?
During the campaign, PM Narendra Modi assured Delhi residents that the current welfare schemes will remain intact under BJP’s governance. This commitment counters AAP’s claims that BJP would discontinue these benefits.
✅ 200 units of free electricity will continue.
✅ 20,000 liters of free water per month will remain available.
✅ Free bus travel for women will not be discontinued.
What’s Next for Delhi Under BJP?
With BJP forming the government, its focus will now be on delivering on its promises while retaining popular welfare schemes. The free LPG scheme, financial aid to women, student benefits, job creation, and Ayushman Bharat healthcare coverage are expected to be among the first priorities.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
