Assam polls 2026: From UCC to employment - What BJP manifesto ‘Sankalpa Patra’ promises​

Ahead of the Assam 2026 assembly elections, BJP released its manifesto "Sankalpa Patra" outlining 31 key commitments. The major 10 key promises include their aim to double Assam’s economy to $150 billion by 2031 and $300 billion by 2036. To support this, it plans industrial expansion, SEZs, and electronics manufacturing. In healthcare, a Rs 50,000 crore mission will expand infrastructure, including advanced treatments like proton therapy for cancer, making Assam a regional healthcare hub. (Image credit: PTI)

The manifesto promises implementation of a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Assam, while excluding the Sixth Schedule and tribal areas to protect customary practices. Alongside this, the BJP proposes new laws against “Love Jihad” and land encroachment, aiming to regulate religious conversions through marriage and safeguard indigenous land and identity.

The manifesto commits to providing 2 lakh additional jobs, including government recruitment and private sector employment. It also focuses on job creation through MSMEs, startups, and new industries, along with sector-specific opportunities like aviation and maritime jobs. (Image credit: X/@BJP4Assam)

To tackle Assam’s chronic flooding, the BJP has proposed spending Rs 18,000 crore in the first two years. The plan includes strengthening embankments along the Brahmaputra and its tributaries, modern flood forecasting systems, drainage upgrades and long-term river management to reduce annual displacement and economic loss. (Image credit: PTI)

A major highlight is the plan to invest Rs 5 lakh crore to position Assam as India’s Eastern Gateway. This includes mega projects like expressways, railway expansion (Vande Bharat routes), new airports, and river transport systems, along with projects like the Gohpur–Numaligarh underwater tunnel. (Image credit: X/

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To promote self-employment, the BJP plans to support 10 lakh youth with financial aid up to Rs 5 lakh under schemes like the Atmanirbhar Abhiyan. Additional support includes Rs 25,000 assistance for graduates preparing for jobs, aiming to build a strong entrepreneurial ecosystem. (Image credit: PTI)

The manifesto proposes “One District, One University” and ensuring medical and engineering colleges in every district. It also promises free education from KG to PG for poor students, recruitment of 70,000+ teachers, and Rs 8,000 crore investment to upgrade 1,000 schools, along with creating a world-class Education City. (Image credit: IANS)

A key promise is to increase financial support under the Orunodoi scheme to Rs 3,000 per month and expand coverage to more households. The manifesto also aims to create 40 lakh “Lakhpati Didis” (women entrepreneurs) and establish women-run community kitchens (Aair Pakghor) for livelihood and nutrition support. (Image credit: PTI)

The BJP promises to strengthen farmer income through Rs 11,000 annual support (including PM-KISAN top-up), subsidies on tractors and power tillers, and distribution of two cows to 25 lakh poor families. It also plans to modernise agricultural markets and storage infrastructure. (Image credit: ANI)

The manifesto emphasises land rights (pattas), housing, and wage increases (up to Rs ₹500/day) for tea garden workers. It also includes targeted welfare schemes, financial assistance and efforts to promote tea products globally, alongside protections for tribal and indigenous communities. (Image credit: PTI)