Warangal, Telangana, Nov 18 — Former AICC President Rahul Gandhi, addressing an election campaign meeting titled “Congress Vijaya Bheri” in Manuguru, announced significant promises and commitments if the Congress is elected in the upcoming Telangana Assembly election on November 30.
Gandhi outlined six key assurances provided by the Congress party, aimed at addressing various segments of the population. These assurances include:
- Affordable Gas Cylinders: The Congress promises to provide gas cylinders at the affordable price of Rs 500.
- Free Bus Travel for Women: The party pledges to offer free bus travel for women, a measure aimed at enhancing women’s accessibility and mobility.
- Free Electricity for the Poor and Middle-Class: Rahul Gandhi emphasized the commitment to providing free electricity for the poor and the middle class, addressing a crucial aspect of basic needs.
- Financial Assistance to Farmers: Recognizing the significance of agriculture, the Congress assured financial assistance to farmers, supporting the backbone of the rural economy.
- Financial Assistance for Indiramma Houses: The party commits to providing financial aid for Indiramma houses, focusing on housing for the poor who lack proper shelter.
- Assistance to Students in the Name of Youth Development: Rahul Gandhi pledged support for students through financial assistance in the name of youth development, fostering educational opportunities.
Additionally, the Congress leader highlighted his party’s commitment to the welfare of Dalits and minorities. He announced plans to undertake a caste census, a crucial step towards understanding and addressing social disparities. The party also intends to provide reservations based on population data. Furthermore, Rahul Gandhi promised to increase Other Backward Classes (OBC) reservations to 42 percent, recognizing the importance of inclusive policies.
Expressing his dedication to the cause, Rahul Gandhi pledged to establish an international school in every mandal, emphasizing the party’s commitment to education and skill development.
During the campaign, Rahul Gandhi criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), accusing them of attempting to sow division between religions. He emphasized that India is a country that spreads love, not hatred, and called for defeating the BJP and RSS in the 2024 elections.
Rahul Gandhi’s focus in the campaign is on defeating the BJP and its allies, considering them as two branches of the same tree. He alleged that regional parties like the Bahujan Republican Socialist Party (BRS) are indirectly supporting the BJP in the Lok Sabha, and the All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM) is contesting against the Congress to strengthen the BJP.
His overarching goal is to unite against the BJP and its divisive politics, emphasizing the need to protect the diversity and unity of India.
