BJP's welfare push vs AAP's reforms

CONTRASTING GOVERNANCE MODELS

- AIMAN FATIMA

NEW DELHI: With the BJP's return to power in Delhi after 26 years, the party has rolled out a series of short-term welfare schemes aimed at providing immediate relief to vulnerable groups.

With Chief Minister Rekha Gupta at the helm, the BJP has rolled out a series of mostly short-term welfare schemes aimed at providing immediate relief to vulnerable groups. Meanwhile, AAP members suggested that during their term they also concentrated on building sustainable infrastructure and services that would have a lasting impact on the city.

BJP's manifesto, 'Viksit Delhi Sankalp Patra', promises a range of welfare initiatives that target women, students, senior citizens, and workers. Key provisions include ₹2,500 per month for women from poor families, ₹15,000 financial assistance for competitive exams, free education from kindergarten to post-graduation for underprivileged students, and a slew of support for drivers and domestic workers.