Party manifesto to reflect public aspirations: BJP
The BJP on Friday revealed that its manifesto for the forthcoming Delhi Assembly elections will be a thorough reflection of public aspirations, incorporating suggestions from a broad spectrum of society.
The announcement was made by Ramvir Singh Bidhuri, MP and convener of the Delhi BJP’s Election 2025 Manifesto Committee, during a press conference held in the presence of senior party leaders and spokespersons.
“The manifesto will be a reflection of public aspirations. We have engaged in extensive discussions with Delhiites to understand their concerns and hopes for the future of the city,” Bidhuri said.
According to Bidhuri, the BJP has received 1,04,322 suggestions through various channels, underscoring a significant level of public participation.
“The suggestions we've received so far demonstrate the widespread discontent with the present government. People are fed up with the Kejriwal government, and they are ready for change,” he stated.
The party initiated a large-scale public consultation campaign over the past three weeks, which included dedicated email and WhatsApp channels to collect feedback.
“We launched an email ID (meridelhimerasankalpbjp@gmail.com) and a WhatsApp number (9958702025) through which we have received over 40,000 suggestions — 3,259 via email and 36,742 via WhatsApp,” said Bidhuri.
Additionally, the BJP deployed mobile suggestion vans across all 70 constituencies of Delhi, receiving 60,754 suggestions.
Bidhuri also noted that the party held over 40 meetings with diverse groups, including Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), migrant organisations, business and workers’ unions as well as youth, women and senior citizen groups.
“Through these meetings, we gathered valuable insights from all sections of society, including the Poorvanchal Community, Jat and Gurjar communities, sanitation workers and professionals from various sectors,” he added.
A key issue that emerged from the feedback was women’s dissatisfaction with the free bus service initiative. “Women made it clear that they see the free bus service as a facade,” Bidhuri said.
Other issues raised by the public include problems related to the Delhi Jal Board such as sewerage and water supply concerns, rising electricity bills, pollution and deficiencies in education and healthcare.
"These issues show that Delhi is troubled and people want a change,” Bidhuri remarked, quoting public sentiment as, “Ab Nahi Sahenge, Badal Kar Rahenge” (We won’t tolerate anymore, we will bring change).
On December 21-22, the BJP plans to put up additional suggestion vans in markets across Delhi to continue collecting public feedback.
“We are committed to engaging with the public in every way possible. These vans will ensure that everyone has a chance to contribute to the shaping of our manifesto,” said Bidhuri.
The suggestions will now be compiled by the BJP's Election Manifesto Committee, which includes senior leaders such as Harsh Vardhan, Vijay Goel, Meenakshi Lekhi, Satish Upadhyay and Parvesh Sahib Singh. The committee will then draft the party’s final manifesto, which will be presented under the slogan “Sarkar Badlo, Delhi Badlo” (Change the Government, Change Delhi).
