Kolkata, March 20 (NationPress) The Trinamool Congress unveiled its election manifesto on Friday, detailing a series of 10 key promises for the upcoming two-phase Assembly elections in West Bengal.

The first commitment focuses on the Laxmir Bhandar, a monthly financial assistance initiative aimed at women in the state. If the Trinamool Congress secures a fourth consecutive term, the manifesto pledges to increase the monthly amount to Rs 1,500 for women in general categories and Rs 1,700 for those in reserved categories.

Moreover, the manifesto outlines plans to boost the Banglar Yuba-Sathi scheme, promising a monthly payment of Rs 1,500 to young individuals aged 21 to 40 who have completed their secondary education, continuing until they find employment.

The party also asserted that every household in West Bengal would receive a durable, concrete home, should they return to power.

In addition, a substantial increase of Rs 30,000 crore in the agricultural budget is promised, with a particular focus on providing financial aid to farming families and creating special programs for landless farmers.

The manifesto includes a comprehensive geographic restructuring of West Bengal, proposing the creation of seven new districts and an expansion of urban local bodies to improve civic amenities.

For the elderly, the Trinamool Congress vows to continue uninterrupted pension support for current beneficiaries and to broaden the pension coverage for those not yet included.

The seventh pledge aims to ensure that every household has access to piped drinking water, eradicating the need for residents to travel long distances for water.

Additionally, the party envisions transforming West Bengal into a trade gateway for Eastern India by enhancing logistical infrastructure, including ports, roads, and a state-of-the-art World Trade Centre.

The manifesto also emphasizes improving healthcare services by making them readily available at the block and town levels.

Finally, the Trinamool Congress pledges to upgrade the infrastructure of all state-run schools in West Bengal.

Following the manifesto release, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticized the Union government and the Election Commission of India, accusing the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of using the Commission to indirectly impose President's rule in the state.

She expressed concerns over potential efforts to disenfranchise citizens post-election and emphasized her commitment to safeguarding the democratic rights of the populace.