Mamata's Masterstroke: 10 Schemes to Counter BJP in Bengal Elections

• Mamata Banerjee's government announced 10 new schemes and enhancements in the budget, targeting women, youth, elderly, and the poor.
• The 'Lakshmi Bhandar' scheme sees a ₹500 increase, providing ₹1500-₹1700 monthly to women, aiming at her 'silent voters'.
• 'Banglar Yuba-Sathi' will offer ₹1,500 monthly to educated unemployed youth (21-40) for up to 5 years or until employment.
• Mamata is countering BJP's Hindutva by renovating temples, funding Durga Puja committees, and promoting 'soft Hindutva'.
• Other key announcements include increased honorarium for Civic Volunteers, ASHA workers, expansion of 'Krishak Bandhu' and 'Swasthya Sathi', DA for government employees, and housing without central aid.