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UnverifiableIncreasing Opportunities by making Job creation central to our economic model… Accord high priority to the growth of manufacturing, so that we can create enough jobs in the country.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextEnsuring a basic level of Infrastructure to all — Home, Electricity, Water, Toilets and Access… We will transform the quality of life of women in Rural India by providing electricity, tapped water, cleaner fuel and toilets in every home.Saubhagya (Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccurateBJP reiterates its stand on the Article 370, and will discuss this with all stakeholders and remains committed to the abrogation of this article.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextIncrease the number of medical and para-medical colleges to make India self sufficient in human resources, and set up an AIIMS like institute in every state.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextUpgrade existing urban centres, transitioning focus from basic infrastructure to public utility services like Waste and Water Management - for a clean and healthy city life… Cleanliness and Sanitation will be given priority - efficient Waste and Water management systems will be set up.Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditWe will set-up an effective Lokpal institution. Corruption at any level will be dealt with firmly and swiftly.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateNPAs have increased sharply over the past few years and the trend continues. BJP will take necessary steps to reduce NPAs in Banking sector. Also, BJP will set up a strong regulatory framework for the non-banking financial companies to protect the investors.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextLaunch a national campaign for saving the girl child and educating her - Beti Bachao - Beti Padhao. Structure a comprehensive scheme, incorporating best practices from past successes like Balika Samruddhi, Ladli Laxmi and Chiranjeevi Yojana to support encourage positive attitude amongst families towards the girl child.Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextSet up a National Optical-Fibre Network up to the village level; and Wi-Fi zones in public areas. Deployment of broadband in every village would be a thrust area.Digital Indiachecked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextBJP is committed to initiate the process of tracking down and bringing back black money stashed in foreign banks and offshore accounts. We will set up a Task Force for this purpose and to recommend amendments to existing laws or enact new laws. The process of bringing back black money to India what belongs to India, will be put in motion on priority. We will also proactively engage with foreign Governments to facilitate information sharing on black money.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccurateWork on the Freight Corridors and attendant Industrial Corridors will be expedited. This will result in the faster movement of people and goods.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
UnverifiableWith its skilled human resources and technical talent, India can emerge as a global platform for defence hardware manufacture and software production. BJP will strengthen the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO); encourage private sector participation and investment, including FDI in selected defence industries… We will encourage domestic industry to have a larger share in design and production of military hardware and platforms for both domestic use and exports, in a competitive environment.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contexttake steps to enhance the profitability in agriculture, by ensuring a minimum of 50% profits over the cost of production, cheaper agriculture inputs and credit.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextBJP aims to nurture a Digital India - making every household and every individual digitally empowered… focus on increasing the penetration and usage of broadband across the country… initiate a National e-Governance Plan to cover every Government office from the centre to the panchayats… digitization of Government records will be taken up on top priority so that they are easily accessible… mandate digitization of all government work to reduce corruption and delays.Digital Indiachecked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextCleanliness and Sanitation will be given priority — efficient Waste and Water management systems will be set up. We will introduce Sanitation Ratings measuring and ranking our cities and towns on 'sanitation'; and rewarding the best performers.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextevolve a single 'National Agriculture Market'.National Agriculture Market (e-NAM)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextAn Export Promotion Mission will be established integrating all stakeholders… Current accounts deficit will be brought down aggressively by focusing on exports and reducing the dependency on imports.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditBJP realizes that the tourism sector needs a clear plan for growth, and BJP commits to initiate a mission mode project to create 50 tourist circuits that are affordable and built around themes… This will lead to creation of infrastructure and employment around each tourist circuit.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Accurateuse mobile and e-Banking to ensure financial inclusion… focus to bring SC/ST, OBCs and other weaker sections of the society within the ambit of IT enabled development.Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditWe will nurture ground water recharge harnessing rain water to reduce dependence on ground water… Introduce and promote low water consuming irrigation techniques and optimum utilization of water resources… Examination of ground water to eliminate toxic chemicals, particularly arsenic and fluorides.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccurateWe shall work with the State governments to usher in the GST in an appropriate timeframe.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditWe will launch Diamond Quadrilateral project - of High Speed Train network (bullet train).BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWe will roll out a massive Low cost Housing programme to ensure that by the time the nation completes 75 years of its Independence, every family will have a pucca house of its own… Our proposed programme will further ensure that these houses are equipped with the basic facilities of toilet, piped water supply, electricity and proper Access.Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana — Gramin (PMAY-G)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Lacks contextLaunch the 'Pradhan Mantri Gram Sinchayee Yojana' with a motto of 'har khet ko paani'. We will launch multi-pronged 'water strategy' for reducing farmer's dependence on monsoon. Increase irrigated land by completing the long pending irrigation projects on priority… Introduce and promote low water consuming irrigation techniques and optimum utilization of water.Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextInter-linking of rivers based on feasibility.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accuratebring together all stakeholders to review our Labour laws which are outdated, complicated and even contradictory… strengthen the Pension and Health Insurance safety nets for all kinds of labourers.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe will ensure that a conducive, enabling environment is created making 'doing business' in India easy. We will focus on cutting the red tape, simplifying the procedures and removing the bottlenecks… Our attempt will be to move towards a single-window system of clearances.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextBJP will: increase public investment in agriculture and rural development… take steps to enhance the profitability in agriculture, by ensuring a minimum of 50% profits over the cost of production, cheaper agriculture inputs and credit; introducing latest technologies for farming and high yielding seeds and linking MGNREGA to agriculture.Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 5 sources
Lacks contextPromote horticulture, floriculture, pisciculture, bee-keeping and poultry for generating jobs and income for rural India… Create Cluster based storage systems (e.g. Rice cluster, Wheat Cluster, Veg - Fruit cluster, Spices cluster).BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextBJP commits to ensure the cleanliness, purity and uninterrupted flow of the Ganga on priority. In addition, a massive 'Clean Rivers Programme' will be launched across the country driven by people's participation.Namami Gange Programmechecked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextCleaner fuels will be promoted so as to bring down the pollution levels particularly in the cities… Ecological Audit of projects and pollution indexing of cities and townships will be done on scientific basis… Pollution control mechanisms will be set up on priority basis.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateBJP will set up a National Commission on Education to report in two years on the state of education and the reforms needed. Based on the report, BJP will implement a National Education Policy to meet the changing dynamics of the population's requirement with regards to quality education, innovation and research, aiming to make India a knowledge superpower.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateInstead of being led by big power interests, we will engage proactively on our own with countries in the neighbourhood and beyond. In our neighbourhood we will pursue friendly relations. However, where required we will not hesitate from taking strong stand and steps. We will work towards strengthening Regional forums like SAARC and ASEAN.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Lacks contextWe will empower this Ministry with a broader charter and non-lapsable funds for the rapid development of the region. BJP will: put special emphasis on enhancing the connectivity within the region and to the rest of the country. There will be special emphasis on massive infrastructure development, especially along the Line of Actual Control in Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe will follow a two-pronged independent nuclear programme, unencumbered by foreign pressure and influence, for civilian and military purposes, especially as nuclear power is a major contributor to India's energy sector… BJP will: Study in detail India's nuclear doctrine, and revise and update it… Maintain a credible minimum deterrent… Invest in India's indigenous Thorium Technology Programme.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextImplement one rank, one pension.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe will transform the quality of life of women in Rural India by providing electricity, tapped water, cleaner fuel and toilets in every home.Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateEvery village will be connected through all-weather roads.Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 5 sources
Lacks contextPrioritize Safety and invest in long required overhaul of stressed infrastructure, strict norms and warning systems… Convert all unmanned crossings into manned crossings in a phased manner.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextIncrease the public spending on R&D and Incentivize R&D investments by the industry to increase the competitiveness of the manufacturing sector… provide tax incentives for investments in research and development, geared towards indigenization of technology and innovation.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditUnbundle FCI operations into procurement, storage and distribution for greater efficiency… radically transform the Food Corporation of India (FCI).BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccurateRam Mandir: BJP reiterates its stand to explore all possibilities within the framework of the constitution to facilitate the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextGive a thrust to renewable sources of energy as an important component of India's energy mix — expand and strengthen the national solar mission.PM-KUSUM (Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
UnverifiableWe will roll out a massive Low cost Housing programme to ensure that by the time the nation completes 75 years of its Independence, every family will have a pucca house of its own. It will be an innovatively designed scheme that dovetails various existing programmes and also encourages the housing sector by appropriate policy interventions and credit availability including interest subventions, where necessary.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe will take up skill development on a mission mode, at an unprecedented scale — launch a 'National Multi-skill Mission'.Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditWe will initiate building 100 new cities; enabled with the latest in technology and infrastructure - adhering to concepts like sustainability, walk to work etc, and focused on specialized domains.Smart Cities Missionchecked 24 Aug 2026 · 4 sources
Lacks contextSocial Security — A Caring Government, Passionate Society. India has always been a caring society. The social security schemes of the Governments have to be made more meaningful… strengthen the Pension and Health Insurance safety nets for all kinds of labourers.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccurateIntroduce soil assessment based crop planning and setting up mobile soil testing labs.Soil Health Card Schemechecked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccurateUnder the broader economic revival, BJP will accord high priority to job creation and opportunities for entrepreneurship. We will… encourage and empower our youth for self-employment - incubating entrepreneurship as well as facilitating credit.Startup Indiachecked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe will ensure a 'Swachh Bharat' by Gandhiji's 150th birth anniversary in 2019… Create an open defecation free India by awareness campaign and enabling people to build toilets in their home as well as in schools and public places. Set up modern, scientific sewage and waste management systems. We will introduce Sanitation Ratings measuring and ranking our cities and towns on 'sanitation'.Swachh Bharat Mission — Grameen (SBM-G)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextThe management of natural resources is marred with either misappropriation or misallocation. This has to be set right. We will set in place national policies on critical natural resources like coal, minerals, spectrum, etc… We will implement auction of precious resources through efficient mechanisms including e-auction.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe shall modernize existing and operational Airports, and build new ones especially connecting smaller towns and all tourism circuits.UDAN — Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik (Regional Connectivity Scheme)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe will ensure that the interests of labour in the unorganized sector are protected… issue identity cards to the unorganized sector labourers, and arrangements will be made to provide them good quality health and education services… strengthen the Pension and Health Insurance safety nets for all kinds of labourers.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 6 sources
Accurateuse mobile and e-Banking to ensure financial inclusion… set up High-speed digital highways to unite the nation… BJP aims to make every household digitally literate with a goal to make India the Global Knowledge hub, with IT being a major driver and engine of growth.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditStrict implementation of laws related to women, particularly those related to rape… Fund for relief and rehabilitation of rape victims lies unused at the Centre as the Government has not worked out the modalities of dispensation. BJP will clear this on priority… extend fast track courts to all layers of the judiciary.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextYoga and Ayurveda are the gifts of ancient Indian civilization to humanity and we will increase the public investment to promote Yoga and AYUSH. We will start integrated courses for Indian System of Medicine (ISM) and modern science and Ayurgenomics. We will set up institutions and launch a vigorous program to standardize and validate the Ayurvedic medicine.BJP · 2014checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
AccurateWe will enable the creation of 10,000 new Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) by 2022 to ensure economies of scale for farmers regarding access to inputs and markets.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateIn 2014 there were 65 functional airports and there are a total of 101 functional airports today. In the next five years, we will double the number of functional airports.UDAN — Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik (Regional Connectivity Scheme)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWe will make all efforts to ensure electrification of all railway tracks by 2022.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditRoadmap for 5 trillion dollar economy — We have already become the world's sixth largest economy and will soon be among the top five. We aspire to make India the third largest economy of the world by 2030. This implies that we commit to make India a US $ 5 trillion economy by 2025 and US $ 10 trillion economy by 2032.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccurateWe reiterate our position since the time of the Jan Sangh to the abrogation of Article 370. We are committed to annulling Article 35A of the Constitution of India as the provision is discriminatory against non-permanent residents and women of Jammu and Kashmir.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Not supported by auditTo take forward the gains achieved under Sugamya Bharat, we will put in place a system of continuous accessibility audits and ratings for cities, public infrastructure including airports, railway stations and public transport systems, to ensure that they are fully accessible, with collaboration with industry and civil society organisations.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
UnverifiableWe are committed to leverage all resources to ensure that the out-of-pocket expenditure on health is reduced and all citizens can avail necessary medical services.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWhile providing annual health cover of Rs. 5 lakh to 10.74 crore poor families under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana under Ayushman Bharat, we also initiated a programme to set up 1,50,000 Health and Wellness Centres by 2022.Ayushman Bharat — Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWe will continue our crackdown on Benami properties and illegal foreign bank accounts to benefit honest taxpayers and the poor of the country. We will also expedite our actions to bring fugitive economic offenders back to India and prosecute them for their crimes.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Lacks contextReinforcing Border Security: We will focus on creation of developmental and other necessary infrastructure in border areas to ensure that border security is strengthened, and to enable increased participation of and benefits for border areas in the country's development and progress.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
UnverifiableA pilot project on the use of technology to strengthen border security (Smart Fencing) was implemented in Dhubri (Assam). We will implement this on all borders… We will focus on creation of developmental and other necessary infrastructure in border areas to ensure that border security is strengthened.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextCitizenship Amendment Bill — We are committed to the enactment of the Citizenship Amendment Bill for the protection of individuals of religious minority communities from neighbouring countries escaping persecution. We will make all efforts to clarify the issues to the sections of population from the Northeastern states who have expressed apprehensions regarding the legislation… Hindus, Jains, Buddhists, Sikhs and Christians escaping persecution from India's neighbouring countries will be given citizenship in India.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 4 sources
Lacks contextWe will constitute a National Task Force to study the status of all written and spoken languages and dialects in India. We will also work towards revival and promotion of vulnerable or extinct dialects and languages. With a focussed effort on promotion of Sanskrit, we will ensure that the teaching of Sanskrit is expanded and popularised at the school level. We will also provide 100 Panini fellowships to researchers and scholars across India.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditThe Northeastern states and our Island/coastal areas will be developed while being sensitive to conserving their ecological uniqueness… We will further encourage integrated development of coastal areas including coastal cities, coastal transport and coastal industrialization.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateCoastal Safety — After effectively strengthening coastal security through implementation of a coastal security scheme to provide modern equipment and allocating funds to the states for establishing coastal police stations, establishment of National Committee for Strengthening Maritime & Coastal Security, Island Information System and National Academy of Coastal Policing, we will continue to take steps for ensuring security of India's long coastline.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Not supported by auditPension for small and marginal farmers — We will launch a pension scheme for all small and marginal farmers in the country so as to ensure social security to them on reaching 60 years of age… We will expand the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan scheme to cover all small shopkeepers… Ensure comprehensive social security coverage for all unorganised labourers including insurance, pension etc.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextIn the last five years, we have created a transparent mechanism for directly delivering basic services to the bottom of the pyramid by leveraging Aadhaar, DBT and Jan Dhan accounts… The trinity of Jan Dhan- Aadhaar and Mobile has weeded out over 8 crore fake beneficiaries, and prevented leakages of more than Rs. 1 lakh crore.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
UnverifiableWe remain committed to the promise of doubling farmer incomes by 2022 and more resources will be made available if necessary.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Not supported by auditRoad Connectivity: In continuation to our existing milestone of constructing roads at an unprecedented pace, we will construct 60,000 kms of National Highways in the next five years. We will double the length of National Highways by 2022.Bharatmala Pariyojanachecked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
UnverifiableThese efforts have… been internationally recognized with a sovereign rating upgrade and a sharp rise in our Ease of Doing Business ranking… An important aspect of the ease of doing business is the ability to enforce contracts and resolve disputes. Therefore, we promise to significantly increase the capacity of the legal system within five years in partnership/co-ordination with the judiciary.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe have decisively ensured that the economically weaker sections (EWS) of the society who belong to the non-reserved category are represented and have access to government jobs and higher education through the 10% EWS reservation which was long overdue. We will implement the law in the same spirit while ensuring that SCs, STs and OBCs continue to have their fair representation.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWork towards doubling the total exports.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWomen's security will be given more priority… we have made strict provisions for transferring the laws in order to prevent crimes against women, in particular in a time-bound investigation and trial for rape. In such cases, forensic facilities and fast track courts will be expanded to bring convicts to justice.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextContinuing our efforts to promote social and political empowerment, we will ensure that the rights of all forest dwellers are fully protected.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditAfter achieving unprecedented success through Mission Shakti, we are committed to ensuring that 'Gaganyaan' successfully demonstrates our scientific capabilities of executing a manned mission in space.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe will make sure that all UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India have facilities of international standard… we intend to expand support for protecting cultural/linguistic heritage, conserving sites of ecological/historical importance.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWe will ensure pucca houses for families living in kuchha houses by 2022… We will ensure a pucca house to every family who are living in a kuchha house by 2022.Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana — Gramin (PMAY-G)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe will continue to focus on development of inland waterways for shifting inland cargo movement from road and rail to water transport.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextIn the last five years, we re-imposed macro-economic stability while building lasting frameworks for economic governance. These frameworks include the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code, inflation-targeting, nationwide Goods & Services Tax, and the banking sector clean-up.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
UnverifiableWe will further continue our efforts to promote Yoga globally as the world celebrates 21st June as the International Yoga Day. We will promote Yoga as a vital method to achieve physical wellness and spiritual rejuvenation across the globe and will continue to work towards training of Yoga practitioners. We will undertake a rapid expansion of Yoga health hubs, Yoga tourism and research in Yoga.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWe will launch 'Jal Jivan Mission' under which we will introduce a special programme, 'Nal se Jal' to ensure piped water for every household by 2024.Jal Jeevan Mission (Har Ghar Jal)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
UnverifiableWe will map state and district-wise sport talent and strengths, recognize the traditional sporting practices and focus on the promotion of specific sports in specific regions… we will continue to provide adequate resources under this scheme to ensure the achievement of declared objectives. Under this scheme, special attention will be given to encourage sporting talent among women and tribals.Khelo Indiachecked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextwe will establish a National Warehousing Grid along National Highways to ensure necessary logistical support… We will launch 'Matsya Sampada Yojana'… to ensure availability of storage and marketing tools and infrastructure like ice-boxes, cold storages, ice-plants etc.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextIn the next 5 years, to ensure financial empowerment among women in rural and semi-rural areas and create better employment opportunities for them, we will make every effort to ensure access to credit and other resources, capacity building, market and distribution network for women entrepreneurs, SHGs and women farmers.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextTop 50 Ranking in Ease of Doing Business Index — In the last four years, India has climbed 65 places in the World Bank's Ease of Doing Business Index. We will further work in this direction to take the country's ranking into the top 50… Strengthening Companies Act — In order to incentivize compliance of law and ease of doing business, we will amend the Companies Act to impose civil liability for technical and procedural defaults of a minor nature thus unclogging the majority of the cases from the courts… New Industrial Policy — We will announce a new industrial policy to improve competitiveness of manufacturing and services.Make in Indiachecked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Partly accurateThe Mission Indradhanush programme has ensured full immunization of 3.39 crore children and 87.18 lakh pregnant mothers. Further, the annual increase in the rate of immunization has jumped from 1% per year to 6% per year. Continuing this pace, we will ensure full immunization coverage for all the children and pregnant women by 2022.Mission Indradhanushchecked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextA special package was launched by the Government to boost the MSME sector. The Credit Guarantee Scheme of the Government of India is an important component wherein loans to MSME are guaranteed. Under this alone, the credit of around Rs.19,000 crore was achieved in 2017-18. We would aim to take this figure to Rs.1,00,000 crore by 2024.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextNamami Gange: A matter of Pride. We are committed to ensure a clean and uninterrupted flow of river Ganga from Gangotri to Ganga Sagar. We will ensure that the sewerage infrastructure to deal with 100% of the waste water from the Ganga towns is completed and is functioning effectively, and take steps to enhance the river flow… Achieve the goal of Clean Ganga by 2022.Namami Gange Programmechecked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateEvery Gram Panchayat will be connected with high speed optical fibre network by 2022. Through village level high speed broadband services, we will provide a range of services such as telemedicine, tele-education and agriculture related advisories.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe will aim at next generation infrastructure which will include gas grids and water grids, i-ways, regional airports and way side amenities along National highways… we will establish a National Warehousing Grid along National Highways to ensure necessary logistical support.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditThere has been a huge change in the cultural and linguistic identity of some areas due to illegal immigration, resulting in an adverse impact on local people's livelihood and employment. We will expeditiously complete the National Register of Citizens process in these areas on priority. In future we will implement the NRC in a phased manner in other parts of the country.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Lacks contextOur security doctrine will be guided by our national security interest only. This is exemplified by the Surgical Strikes and the Air Strikes carried out recently. We will firmly continue our policy of 'Zero Tolerance' against terrorism and extremism and will continue to follow our policy of giving a free hand to our security forces in combating terrorism.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWe are committed to the idea of simultaneous elections for Parliament, State assemblies and local bodies to reduce expenditure, ensure efficient utilisation of government resources and security forces and for effective policy planning. We will try to build consensus on this issue with all parties.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWe are committed to seeking permanent membership of the United Nation Security Council so that the body reflects the contemporary geopolitical realities of the world. We are determined to intensify our efforts towards these objectives.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccuratePradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana to all — We have launched Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana to ensure financial support to farmers owning land up to 2 hectares. We will further expand the coverage of the scheme to all the farmers in the country.Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccurateWe will launch 'Matsya Sampada Yojana' with an allocation of Rs. 10,000 crores to ensure availability of storage and marketing tools and infrastructure like ice-boxes, cold storages, ice-plants etc. for small and traditional fishermen. We will promote aquaculture through easy access to credit.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextMore than 17 crore entrepreneurs have availed loans under the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana. We will expand this initiative further to take the number of beneficiaries of Mudra loans up to 30 crore.Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextEnsure the LPG gas cylinder connection to all poor rural households.Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Not supported by auditThe government has launched a major initiative on malnutrition by launching the POSHAN Abhiyan. We will reduce the malnutrition level by at least 10% in the next five years, doubling the rate of reduction of malnourishment.POSHAN Abhiyaan (National Nutrition Mission)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextVoluntary enrollment in Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana — Our scheme, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana has ensured risk mitigation and provided insurance cover for all farmers. We will make enrolment of farmers under the scheme voluntary.Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditSkill Development: We will formulate a 'National Policy for Reskilling and Upskilling' to evolve a flexible and industry-responsive workforce which is capable of accessing new opportunities and to insulate it from technological shocks.Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextRailways: We have made all efforts to make the experience of rail journey safe, smooth, clean and satisfying and have achieved great results. We will continue the pace of work in this regard.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccurateWe reiterate our stand on Ram Mandir. We will explore all possibilities within the framework of the Constitution and all necessary efforts to facilitate the expeditious construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe have achieved cumulative installed renewable energy capacity of 76.87 GW as on February, 2019 and are on track to achieve our goal of 175 GW by 2022… Achieve 175 GW of renewable energy.PM-KUSUM (Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Unverifiable₹100 lakh crore Investment — While social security net for the poor and farmers will be expanded, we will take up capital investment in the country to a new height. By 2024, we will make capital investment of Rs.100 lakh crore in the infrastructure sector.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accuratePotential of coastal development for transportation, tourism and for economic upliftment of coastal communities has remained unexploited in the country. To exploit this potential fully, we have launched the Sagarmala programme and will ensure speedy completion of the projects under this programme. We will double our port capacity in the next five years.Sagarmala Programmechecked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWe had made a commitment to provide 24x7 electricity to all and the country has substantially attained the goal… almost all remaining households have been provided with an electricity connection… India can now claim that quantum of or access to electricity is no longer an issue.Saubhagya (Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe have constructed over 9 crore toilets under our flagship programme, Swachh Bharat Mission. We will take the Mission to a new level through sustainable Solid Waste Management in every village. Through the mission, we will ensure 100% disposal of liquid waste through emphasis on faecal sludge management and reuse of waste water in rural, peri urban and unsewered areas. We will ensure that all habitations attain open defecation free status and those that have attained the status sustain the behavioural change.Swachh Bharat Mission — Grameen (SBM-G)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWithin the services sector, tourism will be special focus because it brings together many different service segments… we will identify specific places of cultural or natural importance in order to develop them as comprehensive destinations instead of leaving them as isolated sites… All UNESCO heritage sites in India will be upgraded to international level facilities.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateContinuing our work, we will legislate a bill to prohibit and eliminate practices such as Triple Talaq and Nikah Halala… Ensure justice for Muslim women by enacting the law against triple talaq.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccurateIndia has become a net exporter of electricity and has achieved maximum production of coal and maximum distribution of LED bulbs.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditArticle 44 of the Constitution of India lists Uniform Civil Code as one of the Directive Principles of State Policy. BJP believes that there cannot be gender equality till such time India adopts a Uniform Civil Code, which protects the rights of all women, and the BJP reiterates its stand to draft a Uniform Civil Code, drawing upon the best traditions and harmonizing them with the modern times.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextIn the next five years, we will ensure that 50 cities are covered with a strong metro network.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditWe will establish 50,000 'Van Dhan Vikas Kendras' in the tribal areas of the country.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Not supported by auditWelfare of Small Traders — We will establish National Traders' Welfare Board and create a National Policy for Retail Trade for the growth of retail businesses. To protect the interests of small traders, we will provide an accident insurance of 10 lakh rupees to all the traders registered under GST. On the lines of Kisan credit card, we will also create a scheme to give merchant credit card to registered merchants.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Lacks contextWe want to become a world leader in e-mobility.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextTo ensure greater promotion and increase profitability under organic farming, we will take the following steps: We will promote chemical-free organic farming in an additional 20 lakh hectare of hilly, tribal and rainfed areas in the next 5 years. We will launch a dedicated e-commerce portal to enhance the availability of organic produce to the doorsteps of consumers.BJP · 2019checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextThree Crore Lakhpati Didis — We have empowered one crore rural women to become Lakhpati Didis. We will now empower three crore rural women to become Lakhpati Didis.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextPromoting Afforestation and Agroforestry: We are committed to achieving the target of a carbon sink by enhancing the tree cover.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
UnverifiableAyushman for Senior Citizens: We will expand the Ayushman Bharat Yojana to cover Senior Citizens and provide them access to free and quality healthcare.Ayushman Bharat — Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks context11+ crore farmers are receiving ₹6,000 annually under the PM KISAN… Strengthening PM KISAN — We are providing annual financial assistance of ₹6,000 under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. We are committed to sustained financial support for our farmers.Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWe have emphasised the education of tribal children with a target of setting up 740 Eklavya Model Residential Schools. We will expedite the construction and operationalization of the remaining schools.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccurateExpanding Jan Aushadhi Kendras For Affordable Medicines — We will expand the Jan Aushadhi Kendra network to provide high-quality low-cost medicines to citizens across the country.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccurateFacilitating Hosting Olympics — We will facilitate IOA to bid for hosting the Olympic Games in 2036, and develop sports infrastructure like stadiums.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Accurate14+ crore families have access to clean tap water under the Jal Jeevan Mission… We will ensure clean drinking water, Har Ghar Nal se Jal for all households in villages, towns and cities.Jal Jeevan Mission (Har Ghar Jal)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
UnverifiableWe will develop a comprehensive ecosystem under the IndiaAI mission, driving AI innovation through collaborative strategic programs and partnerships to position Bharat as a global leader in AI innovation and build domestic capacities to ensure tech sovereignty.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe have successfully implemented social security insurance schemes like PM Jeevan Bima and Suraksha Bima for unorganised workers. We will now integrate all such schemes and use the post office and Digital India network to provide comprehensive social security cover for accident and life insurance. We will use digital technologies for easy enrollment and seamless payment.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Lacks contextOur policies such as Make in India and PLI have significantly increased manufacturing activities. We recognise that manufacturing presents huge potential for employment creation. We will make Bharat a trusted Global Manufacturing Hub through a series of programmes including simplification of regulatory processes, investment in infrastructure to meet the requirements of manufacturing hubs, bringing capital to the industry and investing in research and development.Make in Indiachecked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
UnverifiablePromoting Sustainable Living — We will strengthen Mission LIFE, establishing a comprehensive repository encompassing both traditional and contemporary best practices, and fostering the global adoption of environmentally friendly [lifestyles].BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextIncrease in MSP — We have ensured unprecedented increase in MSP for major crops, and we will continue to increase MSP from time to time.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextExpanding access to Nano Urea — We have started using nano-urea to ensure continued soil fertility in Indian farmlands. We will further expand access to and encourage adoption of Nano Urea.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Lacks contextWith a clear focus on green hydrogen, we will invest in expanding production, developing technologies and aim to become a major green hydrogen production hub.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateQuantum Tech Frontier — We will operationalise the National Quantum Mission to position Bharat as a global leader in quantum technology, harnessing its potential to revolutionise various sectors and spearhead technological innovation.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWe will operationalise the Anusandhan National Research Foundation to build robust Research and Development infrastructure across the country… We will set up an Anusandhan Fund with an investment of ₹1 lakh crore to provide loans to promote scientific research.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateStrengthening Natural Farming — We will launch the National Mission on Natural Farming to promote nature-friendly, climate-resilient, remunerative agriculture for food and nutrition secure [Bharat].BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
AccurateDue to our focus on the environment, we have reached 44% of our electricity generation capacity from non-fossil fuel sources. We will continue on this path and increase the share of non-fossil fuel sources in line with Panchamrit. We will work towards achieving net zero emissions by 2070.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWe have developed and manufactured world class Vande Bharat, Amrit Bharat and Namo Bharat trains. We will further expand this network of new age trains… We will launch Vande Sleeper trains for a comfortable overnight journey.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
UnverifiableEmpowering Small Traders and MSMEs with ONDC — We will encourage small traders and MSMEs to adopt ONDC and expand their businesses using the power [of the open network].BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Partly accurateWe have set up a High Powered Committee to examine the issues of conducting simultaneous elections and will work towards the implementation of the recommendations of the Committee… We will make provisions for a common Electoral Roll.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks context4+ crore families now have pucca houses under the PM Awas Yojana and other initiatives… We have improved the living conditions of 4+ crore garib parivar under PM Awas Yojana. We recognise the far-reaching benefits of this programme. We will now further expand the PM Awas Yojana to ensure every garib parivar has access to quality housing.Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana — Gramin (PMAY-G)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe have provided free ration to 80+ crore citizens since 2020. We will continue to provide free ration for the next five years under PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana.Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextWe will elevate the quality of education by expanding top educational institutions and upgrading universities to global standards… We will launch internship programmes to blend academic and practical skills.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextImproving Socio-Economic Status of PVTG — We will invest ₹24,000 crore through PM JANMAN to bring the socio-economic status of the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group on par with society.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextEnsuring Quality School Education — We will ensure that every student gets the opportunity for high-quality school education. For this, we will strengthen the network of PM SHRI Schools, Ekalavya Schools and other such schools as per NEP to make them world-class. We will work towards a 100% Gross Enrollment Ratio from pre-school to secondary level.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Lacks contextZero Electricity Bill — We will provide free electricity to poor households under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextFulfilling the Dream of Owning a Home — We will strengthen the RERA act… We will work with the state governments to facilitate home ownership for middle-class parivar jan through comprehensive measures including cost reduction in construction and registration, regulatory reforms like enabling automatic approvals for standard housing designs, among others.Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana — Urban (PMAY-U)checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextMaking Bharat a Major Player in Semiconductor and Chip Manufacturing — Building on our success of electronics industry, will deepen our component ecosystem and take semiconductor design and manufacturing to a new level to become one of the global majors in chip manufacturing.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextEnsuring Robust Infrastructure Along Borders — The gross neglect by previous governments resulted in poor infrastructure in border areas. We have corrected this grave error and started constructing roads, railway, telecom towers, optical fibre cables and electricity networks. We will accelerate development of robust infrastructure along the Indo-China, Indo-Pakistan and Indo-Myanmar borders. We will introduce technological solutions on fenced portions to make fencing smarter.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Lacks contextBringing Uniform Civil Code — Article 44 of the Constitution lists Uniform Civil Code as one of the Directive Principles of State Policy. BJP believes that there cannot be gender equality till such time Bharat adopts a Uniform Civil Code, which protects the rights of all women, and the BJP reiterates its stand to draw a Uniform Civil Code, drawing upon the best traditions and harmonising them with the modern times.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
UnverifiableToday, our youth are speaking of creating Viksit Bharat by 2047 as a goal that is attainable, as a milestone that will certainly be reached… It is our hope that this document captures the essence of the aspirations of the 140 crore Bharatiyas… I would like to appeal to you to join hands with us and support us in the upcoming elections so that our collective dream of Viksit Bharat is realised.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 2 sources
Lacks contextImplementing the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam — We have enacted the long-awaited Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam. We will systematically implement this to ensure representation for women in the Parliament and State Legislatures.BJP · 2024checked 24 Aug 2026 · 3 sources
Lacks context100 per cent village electrification achieved — all 18,452 remaining un-electrified villages stood electrified as on 28 April 2018.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY)checked 23 Aug 2026 · 2 sources

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