Amit Shah, the newly appointed president of India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) looks on after a news conference in New Delhi July 9, 2014. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's closest political associate was named the president of BJP on Wednesday as the leader tightened his grip on the party he carried to its biggest election victory this summer. Shah is a controversial former minister from Modi's home state of Gujarat in western India. He faces three counts of murder and was banned briefly during the election campaign this year for delivering hate speeches. REUTERS/Anindito Mukherjee (INDIA - Tags: POLITICS)
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BJP's Pune Poll Manifesto: Tax Relief, Free Travel, Women Concessions Ahead of Civic Elections

  • BJP unveils 'Sankalp Patra' for Pune civic polls, promising property tax waivers for economically weaker sections and benefits for women.
  • Key pledges include fare concessions for women on Metro and city buses, free PMPML travel for seniors (75+), and Rs 2,500/month for poor women under 'Ladki Bahin Yojana'.
  • Manifesto also promises property tax waiver for homes under 500 sq ft and annual free medical check-ups for citizens above 30.
  • MP Murlidhar Mohol highlighted past manifesto achievements like Metro service, water distribution, and smart city projects in Balewadi and Baner.
  • Upcoming elections for PMC and 28 other civic bodies are on January 15, with BJP contesting all 165 seats in Pune.

Why It Matters: BJP's Pune manifesto focuses on tax relief, women's benefits, and free travel ahead of civic elections.

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