The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) expressed disappointment with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress for their governance track record in Gujarat. AAP’s national convenor Arvind Kejriwal highlighted the failure of both parties to address critical public issues over the past three decades. He criticized the persistence of corruption and infrastructure deficiencies, questioning the effectiveness of the opposition in challenging the ruling party.
Kejriwal emphasized the prevalence of corruption and the deteriorating state of public infrastructure, including schools, hospitals, roads, and bridges. He raised concerns about the utilization of the state’s annual budget, pointing out that corruption seemed to be hindering progress in various sectors. Kejriwal outlined four key policy areas aimed at shaping Gujarat’s future and urged supporters to spread the message to villages.
In reference to Punjab’s progress under AAP’s governance, Kejriwal highlighted initiatives such as providing farmers with daytime electricity and ensuring prompt payments for their produce. He advocated for improvements in public healthcare in Gujarat, citing Punjab’s health insurance scheme offering coverage of up to Rs 10 lakh per family, including treatment at private hospitals. Kejriwal also drew attention to disparities in electricity tariffs between Punjab and Gujarat.
Kejriwal proposed introducing measures similar to those in Punjab, such as providing free power to households and financial assistance to women, if AAP assumes power in Gujarat. He called for a change in leadership, stating that a shift to AAP governance could bring about a transformation akin to Punjab’s model. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann echoed these sentiments, criticizing the BJP and Congress for unfulfilled promises and advocating for AAP’s candidates in the upcoming elections.
