After Yuva Nyay, Congress announces 'Nari Nyay': Rs 1 lakh annual grant and double wage for Asha workers

Ahead of Lok Sabha polls, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi today unveiled five pledges under "Mahila Nyay". These include granting Rs 1 lakh annually to impoverished women and ensuring 50 per cent reservation in government jobs if Congress wins the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Gandhi also committed to doubling the central government's budgetary allocation for women working in ASHA, anganwadi, and mid-day meal schemes.

Additionally, he announced the appointment of a nodal officer to advocate for women's rights and establish Savitribai Phule hostels across every district. Prior to Gandhi's address, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge affirmed that these guarantees, such as "Mahalaxmi" and "Aadhi Aabadi Pura Hakk," are tangible commitments, not mere rhetoric.

Hitting out at the central government, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said that PM Modi had promised women reservation but said that it will be implemented after the survey. Rahul said, if Congress comes to power, women will implement the reservation immediately.



Here are the five promises Congress has made under Nari Nyay:
• Mahalakshmi: A woman in a poor family to receive an annual amount of 1 lakh rupees.
• Half the population, full rights: In all new recruitments in the central government, half the seats will be reserved for women.
• Respect for power: The central government will double its contribution to the monthly wages of women who work in Asha, Anganwadi, and Mid-Day Meal programs.
• Rights Advocacy: A rights advocate will be appointed in every Panchayat who will educate women about their legal rights and assist in enforcing these rights.
• Savitribai Phule Hostel: The central government will double the number of hostels for working women in the country, with at least one hostel in each district.

Earlier, the Congress had unveiled 'Yuva Nyay' its five pledges aimed at attracting young voters and farmers ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

Rahul Gandhi had said that if his party secures victory in the forthcoming Lok Sabha polls, it will address various issues, including the filling of 30 lakh vacant government positions and the enactment of legislation to prevent leaks in government recruitment exams.

These pledges, dubbed as "yuva nyay" (justice for youth), were revealed by the Congress on X. They encompass:

1. Filling 30 lakh government vacancies.
2. Offering apprenticeships for youth.
3. Enforcing laws against paper leaks.
4. Ensuring social security for gig workers.
5. Establishing a Rs 5,000-crore startup fund to support entrepreneurs under 40.

Regarding the assurance of social security for gig workers like drivers, guards, and delivery personnel, Rahul Gandhi highlighted the precedent set in Rajasthan, where a law was enacted to safeguard their rights and provide pensions. He pledged to extend this protective legislation nationwide.

Addressing concerns about paper leaks, Gandhi emphasized the Congress's commitment to standardizing government recruitment exams and eliminating outsourcing in the process.