Kejriwal Urges PM Modi: Focus Loan Waivers on Farmers, Not the Wealthy
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Synopsis
In a recent letter to Prime Minister Modi, Arvind Kejriwal insisted that loan waivers should prioritize farmers and the middle class rather than affluent individuals. He argued that this approach would alleviate tax burdens on the middle class, highlighting ongoing financial challenges as Delhi approaches assembly elections.
Key Takeaways
- Kejriwal insists loan waivers should focus on farmers and the middle class.
- He argues that avoiding loan waivers could significantly reduce tax rates.
- This is Kejriwal's third letter to PM Modi within two weeks.
- The upcoming Delhi Assembly elections are influencing these discussions.
- Multiple parties are making various electoral promises.
New Delhi, Jan 28 (NationPress) Aam Aadmi Party leader and former Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal, addressed a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, urging that the loans of affluent individuals should not be forgiven. Instead, he advocated for support for farmers and the middle class.
Kejriwal emphasized that if loan forgiveness is necessary, it should be directed towards farmers and the home loans of the middle class.
He stated, "Based on my calculations, if loan waivers are avoided, tax rates could potentially be cut in half."
Kejriwal highlighted that individuals earning Rs 12 lakh annually contribute a significant portion of their income towards taxes, which raises concerns for the middle class.
This marks Kejriwal's third correspondence with the Prime Minister in just two weeks.
On January 19, he suggested a collaborative housing initiative in a letter to PM Modi aimed at government employees, particularly sanitation workers. In this letter, Kejriwal addressed the difficulties faced by sanitation workers from the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) and Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) regarding permanent housing post-retirement.
On January 17, he urged PM Modi to implement a 50% fare reduction for students using the Delhi Metro, arguing that since the Metro is a partnership between the Central and Delhi governments, both should share the financial responsibilities associated with its services.
Kejriwal's latest letter to PM Modi arrives just weeks ahead of the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. The voting is set for February 5, with the vote counting scheduled for February 8.
The election landscape in Delhi is characterized by a triangular contest among the AAP, BJP, and Congress, each party promising various incentives to attract voters.
Congress has pledged to provide LPG cylinders at Rs 500, distribute free ration kits, and offer free electricity for up to 300 units to residents if they win. They also introduced the 'Pyari Didi Yojana', which promises monthly support of Rs 2,500 to women in Delhi.
AAP, aiming for a third consecutive term, has vowed to deliver free healthcare for all senior citizens, monthly assistance of Rs 18,000 to temple priests and gurudwara granthis, and to continue existing welfare programs.
BJP has promised to maintain welfare and subsidy programs, including up to 300 free electricity units for households and 500 for religious sites, along with free bus rides for students and seniors, and financial aid for women.
