Amit Shah promises UCC, ₹3,000 aid per month for women and youth in BJP’s Bengal manifesto

Launching the party’s manifesto, titled ‘Sankalpa Patra’, Amit Shah said the government would implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state.

Other major promises include ₹3,000 monthly financial assistance for women and youth.

The proposed aid is being seen as a counter to the Trinamool Congress’ welfare schemes such as Lakshmir Bhandar for women and Yuva Sathi for youth, which have played a significant role in the ruling party's growing popularity.

Notably, the BJP’s promised amount is double the benefits offered under these schemes.

What is Uniform Civil Code?

The Uniform Civil Code refers to a single set of personal laws that would apply to all citizens of India, irrespective of religion.

What does it cover?

It governs civil matters such as:

• Marriage
• Divorce
• Inheritance
• Adoption
• Succession

Key promises in BJP manifesto

Outlining the party’s poll agenda, Shah announced several welfare and governance measures:

• ₹3,000 monthly assistance for women
• ₹3,000 monthly assistance for youth (likely targeting unemployed individuals)
• Payment of Dearness Allowance (DA) to all government employees
• Implementation of the 7th Pay Commission within 45 days of forming the government
• Recruitment to fill vacant government posts
• Five-year relaxation for candidates who lost job opportunities due to recruitment scams
• Implementation of the Ayushman Bharat health scheme
• Development of a business park in Singur
• Eviction of illegal immigrants