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Key promises that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) made in their election manifesto for the 2019 Indian General Election. Please keep in mind that this information is based on the BJP's manifesto from that time, Here are some of the highlights from the BJP's 2019 election manifesto:

1. National Security: BJP emphasized strong national security measures, including a tough stance on terrorism. They promised to strengthen the country's defense capabilities.

2. Economic Growth: The party pledged to continue working towards high economic growth rates and creating job opportunities for the youth. They aimed to make India a $5 trillion economy by 2024.

3. Infrastructure Development: BJP promised to invest in the development of infrastructure, including roads, railways, airports, and ports, to boost connectivity and economic development.

4. Digital India: They aimed to expand the Digital India initiative to provide digital services to all citizens and promote the use of technology for governance.

5. Healthcare: BJP proposed launching the "Ayushman Bharat" scheme to provide health insurance to vulnerable sections of society and create more healthcare infrastructure.

6. Education: The party promised to continue working towards improving the quality of education, setting up new educational institutions, and promoting research and innovation.

7. Agriculture: BJP committed to doubling farmers' income by 2022, offering financial support, and implementing agricultural reforms to benefit farmers.

8. Women's Empowerment: They pledged to work towards increasing the participation of women in the workforce and ensuring their safety and welfare. Reservation to Women in Parliament and State Assemblies. 

9. Environment: BJP aimed to strike a balance between development and environmental conservation, with a focus on clean energy and sustainable practices.

10. Good Governance: The party promised to promote transparency, reduce bureaucracy, and fight against corruption.

11. Article 370: BJP expressed its commitment to abrogate Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, which granted special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir.

12. Uniform Civil Code: The party pledged to work towards implementing a Uniform Civil Code in India.

 

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Achievements: An overview of some of the achievements and progress made by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi with respect to the promises they made in their 2019 election manifesto. Please keep in mind that political developments can change rapidly, and new policies and initiatives may have been introduced and BJP under the leadership of Mr Modi aggressively working to implement innovative ideas and trying to fullfil the promises they made to their voters 2019.  ahead general election is in the year 2024 where BJP is coming with greater numbers and aspiration to become the third successful term of PM Modi. 

here are some of the key promises and highlights from the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) 2019 Lok Sabha election manifesto, which was titled "Sankalp Patra":

1. National Security:

   • Ensuring the security of the nation by a strong defense mechanism.
   • A zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism.

2. Economic Development:

   • Aiming to make India a $5 trillion economy by 2024.
   • Focusing on infrastructure development with the "Sagar Mala" project and "Bharatmala" project.
   • Promoting "Make in India" to boost manufacturing and employment.

3. Agriculture:

   • Doubling farmers' income by 2022.
   • Providing interest-free Kisan Credit Card loans and comprehensive crop insurance.
   • Expanding irrigation facilities.

4. Healthcare:

   • Expanding the "Ayushman Bharat" scheme to provide health insurance to vulnerable sections.
   • Setting up more AIIMS and healthcare infrastructure.

5. Education:

   • Enhancing the quality of education and promoting research and innovation.
   • Setting up more IITs, IIMs, and central universities.

6. Women's Empowerment:

   • Promoting the participation of women in the workforce.
   • Ensuring the safety and security of women.

7. Environment:

   • Promoting clean energy and sustainable practices.
   • Implementing a comprehensive water policy.

8. Good Governance:

   • Reducing bureaucracy, promoting transparency, and fighting corruption.
   • Implementing "Digital India" for e-governance.

9. Infrastructure:

   • Expanding rural and urban infrastructure, including roads, railways, and airports.
   • Building 100 smart cities.

10. Article 370:

    • Commitment to abrogate Article 370, which granted special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir.

11. Uniform Civil Code:

    • Working towards implementing a Uniform Civil Code in India.

12. Triple Talaq:

    • Taking legislative measures to abolish the practice of instant triple talaq.

13. Ram Mandir:

    • Promising to explore all possibilities within the framework of the Constitution to facilitate the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.

14. Art and Culture:

• Preserving and promoting India's diverse art and culture

Here are the achievement against their Sankalp i.e.  Manifesto in 2019 and what they are planning futher to add in 2024. 

As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, I can provide an overview of some of the achievements and progress made by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi with respect to the promises they made in their 2019 Lok Sabha election manifesto. Please keep in mind that political developments can change rapidly, and new policies and initiatives may have been introduced since then. Here are some notable achievements and developments up to 2021:

1. National Security: The government took a strong stance on national security and conducted surgical strikes and airstrikes in response to terrorist threats. They also made efforts to modernize the armed forces.

2. Economic Growth: Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, there were initiatives to boost economic growth, such as the "Make in India" program and the push for foreign direct investment. The pandemic posed economic challenges, but the government introduced relief measures and economic stimulus packages to address the impact.

3. Infrastructure Development: Significant progress was made in infrastructure development, including the construction of highways, expansion of airports, and the launch of projects like "Bharatmala" to improve road connectivity.

4. Digital India: The government continued to promote digitalization and launched initiatives like the "Digital India" campaign to provide digital services and internet connectivity to rural areas. UPI, digital economy

5. Healthcare: The "Ayushman Bharat" scheme, aimed at providing health insurance to vulnerable sections of society, was launched and expanded. The COVID-19 pandemic prompted significant healthcare response efforts.

6. Education: Efforts continued to improve the quality of education, with a focus on increasing enrollment and skill development programs.

7. Agriculture: The government introduced agricultural reforms through laws like the Farmers' Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Act, 2020, and the Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement on Price Assurance and Farm Services Act, 2020. These reforms aimed to liberalize agricultural markets.

8. Women's Empowerment: Initiatives to promote women's safety and welfare continued, including programs like "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" and "Sukanya Samriddhi Yojan Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao: Caring for the Girl Child."

9. Environment: There were efforts to promote renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, and the launch of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan for clean sanitation.

10. Good Governance: The government continued its emphasis on transparency, reducing bureaucracy, and digital governance through initiatives like "e-Governance" and the "Ease of Doing Business" reforms.

11. Article 370: In August 2019, the government revoked Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, and reorganized the state into two Union Territories: Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

12. Triple Talaq: The government passed the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019, which criminalized the practice of instant triple talaq.

13. Ram Mandir: The construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya began after the Supreme Court's verdict in favor of building the temple at the disputed site.

Highlights : 

• Swach Bharat, Jal Shakti
• GST, Economy
• Ujjwala Scheme, Ayushman Bharat scheme, Housing scheme
• Leveraging the Power of JAM: Jan Dhan, Aadhar and Mobile
• A New Approach to Development: Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana
• Unleashing India’s Entrepreneurial Energy 
• Namami Gange : 
• Powering India’s Growth 
• Putting the Indian Economy on a Fast-Track
• Ushering in Unprecedented Transparency
• Towards a Bright Future
•  Connecting India like Never Before
•  Empowering Different States Equally with boost to Federalism
• Ushering in Reforms
• Towards a Swachh Bharat
• G20 Presidency and its succesfful organisation in New Delhi 

  Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao: Caring for the Girl Child

Our Mantra should be: ‘Beta Beti, Ek Samaan’ "Let us celebrate the birth of the girl child. We should be equally proud of our daughters. I urge you to sow five plants when your daughter is born to celebrate the occasion." -PM Narendra Modi to citizens of his adopted village Jayapur. Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) was launched by the Prime Minister on 22nd January, 2015 at Panipat, Haryana. BBBP addresses the declining Child Sex Ratio (CSR) and related issues of women empowerment over a life-cycle continuum. It is a tri-ministerial effort of Ministries of Women and Child Development, Health & Family ...

Leveraging the Power of JAM: Jan Dhan, Aadhar and Mobile

JAM vision, will serve as the bedrock of many initiatives to come. For me, JAM is about Just Achieving Maximum. Maximum value for every rupee spent. Maximum empowerment for our poor. Maximum technology penetration among the masses. -Narendra Modi 67 years after Independence, India still had a large part of the population who had no access to banking services. This meant, they had neither any avenues for Savings, nor any opportunity to get institutional credit. PM Modi launched the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana on 28th August to address this fundamental issue. Within a matter of months, this scheme has radically transformed lives and futures ...

A New Approach to Development: Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana

PM Narendra Modi shared his vision for the Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana on it’s launch. ‘One of the biggest problems for us has been that our development model has been supply-driven. A scheme has been prepared in Lucknow, Gandhi Nagar, or Delhi. The same is attempted to be injected. We want to shift this model from supply-driven to demand driven through Adarsh Gram. There should be an urge developed in the village itself. All we need is to change our mind set. We need to unite people’s hearts. Normally MPs are engaged in political activities, but after this, when they will come ...

 

Unleashing India’s Entrepreneurial Energy

PM Modi said, He strongly believe that India has a lot of latent entrepreneurial energy, which needs to be harnessed so that we become a nation of job givers, more than job seekers. NDA Government is focused on giving a boost to entrepreneurship. The ‘Make in India’ initiative is based on four pillars to boost entrepreneurship in India, not only in manufacturing but also in other sectors. New Processes: ‘Make in India’ recognizes ‘ease of doing business’ as the single most important factor to promote entrepreneurship. New Infrastructure: The availability of modern and facilitating infrastructure is a very important requirement for the growth ...

·         Namami Gange

It's my destiny to serve Maa Ganga’ said PM Modi when he was elected in May 2014 to Parliament from Varanasi, situated on the banks of Ganga in Uttar Pradesh. The River Ganga is important not only for its cultural and spiritual significance but also because it hosts more than 40% of the country’s population. Addressing the Indian community at Madison Square Garden in New York in 2014, the Prime Minister had said, "If we are able to clean it, it will be a huge help for the 40 per cent population of the country. So, cleaning the Ganges is also ...

 Powering India’s Growth

India has set off on an ambitious mission, a mission to provide electricity to 18,000 villages which are still in darkness after almost 7 decades of independence. PM Modi, in his Independence Day speech announced that all remaining villages shall be electrified within 1000 days. Rural Electrification is happening at a rapid pace, and is being done in an unbelievably transparent manner. Data on villages being electrified is available to the public through a mobile app and a web dashboard. While we can observe only electricity reaching the villages, it is also important to note that it is accompanied by ...

 Putting the Indian Economy on a Fast-Track

India becomes the fastest growing large economy in the world under the NDA Government. It has been a historic year for the Indian Economy. From a period of low growth, high inflation and shrinking production, the NDA Government has not only strengthened our macro-economic fundamentals, but has also propelled the economy to a higher growth trajectory. India’s GDP Growth rocketed to 7.4%, which is the fastest among all the large economies of the world. Various rating agencies and think tanks have predicted that India’s growth would accelerate sharply in the next few years under the NDA Government. Banking on the strong fundamentals ...

 

Empowering Farmers for a Prosperous India

Multiple steps taken to give a major boost to Agriculture Farmers have always been the back-bone of our country & the NDA Government is striving to strengthen this back-bone of the country through innovative and solid measures. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana will give a boost to productivity by ensuring irrigation facilities. The Vision is to ensure access to some means of protective Irrigation to all agricultural farms. Farmers are being educated about modern irrigation methods to give 'Per Drop More Crop'. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana has been launched to motivate groups of farmers to take up organic farming. A special scheme has ...

 

Ushering in Unprecedented Transparency

Transparent & Corruption-Free Governance reap huge benefits for the nation While the past decade has seen many tales of arbitrary decision making, corruption and discretion rather than policy dictating crucial decisions, the past year has been a welcome change. After the Supreme Court Order cancelled the coal block allocations, Govt acted with unparalleled swiftness to ensure transparent & timely auctions. Auction and Allotment proceeds from 67 coal blocks have touched 3.35 lakh crores over the life of the mine. The Delhi High Court remarked: “What has convinced us is the fact that the auction process has worked out well. The process ...

 Towards a Bright Future

NDA Government gives massive push to education & skill development Various unique measures have been taken to augment the quality and reach of education. A fully IT based Financial Aid Authority to administer & monitor all education loans and scholarships through Pradhan Mantri Vidyalakshmi Karyakram. Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya Mission for Teacher Training has been launched to enhance the quality of teaching. Global Initiative of Academic Network (GIAN) has been initiated to invite eminent faculty, scientists, and entrepreneurs from premier educational and scientific institutions across the world to teach in the higher educational institutions in the country during summer and winter breaks ...

·         Connecting India like Never Before

Building the infrastructure for a resurgent India Right from day one, NDA Government’s push to infrastructure has been evident.  Be it Railways, Roads, or Shipping the Government is focusing on augmenting the infrastructure to aid in connectivity. For the first time, Railways budget focused on structural reforms and infrastructure changes. Announcement of new trains, which used to be an annual political gimmick has now become a routine activity. Numerous passenger-friendly amenities like Wi-fi on railway stations, passenger helpline (138), security helpline (182), paperless unreserved ticketing, e-catering, mobile security app and CCTV cameras for safety of women, etc have been launched. Railways as ...

·         Empowering Different States Equally with boost to Federalism

Never before seen ‘Team India’ approach to work for India’s development In a unique departure from the past, PM Modi has stressed on the need to leverage co-operative & competitive federalism to achieve all round growth. For a long time, we have seen a Big Brother relationship between the Centre & States. A ‘One Size Fits All’ approach had been used for years, not taking into account the heterogeneity of different states and their local requirements. The NITI Aayog was formed to further empower and strengthen the states. An important evolutionary change from the past will be replacing a Union-to-State one-way ...

 

·         Ushering in Reforms

Multiple Reforms introduced to ensure all round development. India is embarking on ushering in game-changing reforms through the use of Jan Dhan, Aadhar and Mobile (JAM), a unique combination of three to implement direct transfer of benefits. This innovative methodology will allow transfer of benefits in a leakage-proof, well-targeted and cashless manner. There would be cut in subsidy leakages but not in subsidy themselves. NDA Government has built a national consensus and introduced a Bill to amend the Constitution to implement the Goods and Services Tax (GST). The GST will put in place a state-of-the-art indirect tax system by 1st April, 2016. ...

·         Towards a Swachh Bharat

“A clean India would be the best tribute India could pay to Mahatma Gandhi on his 150 birth anniversary in 2019,” said Shri Narendra Modi as he launched the Swachh Bharat Mission at Rajpath in New Delhi. On 2nd October 2014, Swachh Bharat Mission was launched throughout length and breadth of the country as a national movement. While leading the mass movement for cleanliness, the Prime Minister exhorted people to fulfil Mahatma Gandhi’s dream of a clean and hygienic India. Shri Narendra Modi himself initiated the cleanliness drive at Mandir Marg Police Station. Picking up the broom to clean the dirt, ...

G20 Presidency:   It was a prominent and prestigious moment for India, as it hosted the G20 summit in New Delhi from 8th to 10th September. The 2023 G20 New Delhi summit was the eighteenth meeting of G20. It was held in Bharat Mandapam International Exhibition-Convention Centre, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi on 9–10 September 2023. It was the first G20 summit held in India.  The 18th Heads of State and Government Summit of the Group of 20 (G20) will take place in September 2023 in New Delhi, India. Under the Indian Presidency, the G20 in 2023 will focus on the theme, 'One Earth, One Family, One Future'.

The Bharatiya Janata Party is the fastest-growing party in the country, and its organization is the largest in the world. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has successfully led the nation since 2014, the party has excelled in steering the country towards development. The BJP is making efforts to unite everyone in the mainstream of the nation. "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas" (Together with All, Development for All) is their motto.

Unlike some political parties, they have not adopted appeasement politics but rather emphasize the importance of satisfaction for all, not just a particular group. The BJP is committed to revitalizing India's glorious past and making it even more prestigious. Under Narendra Modi's skilled leadership, the BJP has not only made a mark in India but also brought pride to the entire world in the name of India.

The BJP has addressed the most burning issues in this country, and in it, those extremely significant ones like Article 370, the Ram Temple, the Women's Reservation Bill, surgical strikes on Pakistan, GST implementation, and demonetization have been thoroughly executed.

Similarly, now the important issues that need to be worked on in the country include implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), officially naming the country as "Bharat," increasing employment opportunities, promoting industries near villages and towns so that people don't have to migrate to cities for work but can find jobs near their homes.

There's also a need to work towards "One Nation, One Constitution," and "One Nation, One Election" to streamline the electoral process. Efforts should be made to make every citizen of the country self-reliant. Implementing a two-party election system could help prevent regional and local parties from attempting to divide the country on the basis of religion, caste, and regionalism.

Given the increasing support and voter confidence in the BJP, it is prudent to suggest that the party will maintain its position at the pinnacle of Indian politics and govern the nation for many decades starting from 2024. It appears that the Congress and other regional parties will lose their standing to govern the country once again. The BJP boasts a roster of formidable leaders who could succeed Prime Minister Modi if he expresses unwillingness to continue or if his age or health restricts his involvement in the years ahead. Notably, the BJP possesses charismatic leaders such as Yogi Adityanath, Amit Shah, Nitin Gadkari, and Sudanshu Trivedi, who have the potential to lead the party for many more years.

One Nation - One Election in Bharat

Advocating the implementation of the "One Nation, One Election" system in Bharat is a complex task, as it involves considering various aspects of this proposed electoral reform. While the idea of holding simultaneous elections for both the Lok Sabha (the lower house of Bharat's parliament) and state legislative assemblies has garnered attention and support from some quarters, it also faces significant challenges and concerns that need careful consideration.

The concept of "One Nation, One Election" envisions a single electoral cycle where elections for the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies occur simultaneously, potentially reducing the frequency of elections and the associated financial burdens on the nation. This idea has been advocated for several reasons, including cost-saving, administrative efficiency, and the promotion of a stable and continuous governance agenda.

However, for Bharat it is not a new concept, in the past immediately after getting independence and After the Constitution was adopted in 1950, polls to the Lok Sabha and all state assemblies were held simultaneously every five years between 1951 and 1967. Bharat voted simultaneously for the Centre and states in 1952, 1957, 1962 and 1967.

So, those who are talking about challenges must see the things happening in the past when things were not what we have today. 

One of the primary arguments in favor of "One Nation, One Election" is the potential cost savings it can offer. Bharat conducts elections at various levels—Lok Sabha elections, state assembly elections, and local government elections. These elections involve enormous expenditures on security, logistics, campaign financing, and administrative arrangements. Holding multiple elections in a year or across several years strains the financial resources of the government and political parties alike. By consolidating these elections into a single cycle, it is argued that significant financial resources could be saved, which could then be redirected towards more pressing national priorities such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure development.

To comprehend the financial implications of this proposal, it is essential to analyze the colossal costs involved in conducting elections in Bharat. The expenses include printing ballot papers, deploying security forces, transportation and logistics, setting up polling stations, voter awareness campaigns, and various other election-related activities. By holding elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies simultaneously, a substantial portion of these costs, such as security deployment and logistics, could be shared, leading to a more efficient allocation of resources. Additionally, the reduction in the number of election campaigns within a year could potentially lower campaign-related expenditures, making the political process more cost-effective.

Moreover, the current practice of staggered elections creates a constant state of electioneering and political polarization in the country. Parties and politicians are often in perpetual campaign mode, diverting their attention and resources away from governance and policy-making. This continuous election cycle can hinder the effective implementation of policies and reforms. By adopting "One Nation, One Election," the nation can potentially free itself from this cycle of perpetual campaigning, allowing elected representatives to focus on their core responsibilities of governance, legislating, and addressing the needs of the people.

Another advantage of "One Nation, One Election" is the potential for improved governance and policy continuity. Frequent elections often lead to policy discontinuity as incoming governments may reverse or alter the policies of their predecessors. This can result in a lack of long-term planning and the inability to execute comprehensive policy agendas. Simultaneous elections can provide more stability in governance, as elected representatives, both at the national and state levels, can serve their terms without the constant threat of early dissolution.

Additionally, the current system of staggered elections can sometimes lead to disruptions in governance when the ruling party in a state calls for early elections, diverting attention from important matters to political campaigns. By synchronizing elections, such disruptions could be minimized, allowing governments to focus on their responsibilities without undue political interference.

While these potential benefits of "One Nation, One Election" are compelling, it is essential to acknowledge the various challenges and concerns associated with its implementation. One of the primary challenges is the need for constitutional amendments. The Bharatiyan Constitution provides for staggered elections to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies to ensure the federal nature of the country's democracy. Altering this arrangement would require careful consideration of federalism and the representation of states in the nation's governance.

Additionally, logistical challenges cannot be underestimated. Organizing simultaneous elections across the vast and diverse Bharatn landscape is a complex task. Ensuring the efficient deployment of security forces, managing polling stations, and conducting voter awareness campaigns on such a massive scale would require meticulous planning and coordination.

Another concern is the potential impact on regional parties. Simultaneous elections could favor national parties over regional ones, as voters may be more likely to align their choices at the national and state levels when elections are held concurrently. This could affect the political landscape by diminishing the influence of regional parties, which often play a crucial role in representing the specific interests and concerns of their states.

Furthermore, the success of "One Nation, One Election" depends on electoral reforms that address issues like campaign finance, political transparency, and the role of money in politics. Without these reforms, the proposed system may not achieve its intended goals of reducing the overall cost of elections and promoting cleaner politics.

Main Hurdles in implementation: 

Political Willpower of the Opposition: Parties including the Congress, Samajwadi Party, Trinamool Congress, NCP, RJD, AAP, and alliance members of I.N.D.I.A. are not aligned with the concept. They hold differing opinions, but what is more significant is the issue of their willpower, which is causing them to be indifferent to the idea.

Setback to Regional Parties: The "One Nation, One Election" concept might pose some challenges to regional parties, as they would need to consolidate their strategies to please local voters. One major concern is that they may lag behind in terms of campaigns compared to the considerable influence of national parties in their marketing and public relations efforts.

Impeachment will harm itself: Many regional parties are concerned about the alleged impeachment of a specific caste, religion, or region, as they fear that holding the same elections will diminish their influence. They worry about not only losing their traditional voters but also facing challenges from national parties, particularly the Bharatiya Janata Party. This party is likely to appeal to and sway minority and OBC voters in their direction. The parties that heavily favor Muslims will face significant threats and believe that appeasing Muslims will determine their political fate.

In my view, advocating for "One Nation, One Election" in Bharat is a multifaceted endeavor that requires a balanced assessment of its potential benefits and challenges. While the idea of cost-saving, administrative efficiency, and policy continuity is attractive, it must be approached cautiously, considering the complexities of Bharat's federal structure, logistical requirements, and the need for broader electoral reforms.

A comprehensive and inclusive dialogue involving all stakeholders, including political parties, constitutional experts, and civil society, is necessary to evaluate the feasibility and desirability of this electoral reform. Ultimately, any decision to implement "One Nation, One Election" should prioritize the strengthening of Bharat's democracy, the protection of federalism, and the improvement of governance for the benefit of its citizens.

If the government machinery possesses such coordination and can logistically manage the enormous task of "One Nation, One Election," then it would be the best option. This is because it would save millions of dollars that the Government of Bharat currently invests in various elections and the continuous state of readiness for these elections. The money saved could be used for the welfare of states and to propel the country further along the path of development. 

The Country should always come first, and as citizens, we should prioritize its well-being

(Writen by Baalwant Singh Raana)