CHANDIGARH, Feb 12: The BJP-led NDA released its manifesto for the February 20 Punjab polls today, promising a slew of sops for various sections, including 75 per cent reservation in all Government jobs for youngsters from the state, an unemployment allowance, 35 per cent reservation for women in Government jobs and massive infrastructure development.
The highlight of the manifesto is the promise of 75 per cent reservation in Government jobs and 50 per cent reservation in private jobs for the youngsters of Punjab.
The BJP-JJP Government in neighbouring Haryana had earlier passed a law giving 75 per cent reservation in private sector jobs to youngsters domiciled in the State.
The BJP manifesto for the Punjab polls says a dope test will be mandatory before filing nominations for elections.
An unemployment allowance of Rs 4,000 per month will be given to all graduates for two years after the completion of their degrees, it says.
The manifesto promises 35 per cent reservation for women in all government jobs, including contractual ones.
It also says fast-track courts will be established to deal with any kind of violence, harassment and oppression against women. (PTI)
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