Congress Pledges Power Boost and Tribal Rights in Jharkhand Manifesto

The Congress party announced its manifesto for the Jharkhand assembly elections, promising free electricity up to 250 units, a caste-based census, and filling all vacant government positions within a year. The manifesto highlights seven promises, including a 1932 Khatiyan-based domicile policy and the Sarna religious code for tribals.

The Congress released its election manifesto for Jharkhand, promising transformative measures including free electricity up to 250 units, a caste-based census, and a swift filling of government vacancies.

Unveiled by manifesto committee chair Bandhu Tirkey, the document focuses on key pledges, notably the 1932 Khatiyan-based domicile policy and a Sarna religious code for tribal populations.

As Jharkhand readies for the first phase of polling, the party emphasizes its commitment to tribal interests, underscored by district-wide Chaupals to directly engage with the public.