Citizens’ demands are reflecting in manifestos of BJP and Congress, but is it enough?

Bengaluru | Friday | 11th May, 2018

Summary:

Even calls for open wells to recharge rainwater — stated in the citizen’s manifesto — finds mention in the Congress manifesto. Similarly, civic body reforms, pedestrian infrastructure and aspects of public transport mirror the citizens’ manifesto. Vague promises of circular rail is expanded to Bruhat Bengaluru Suburban Railu (BJP) or higher investments (Congress) this year around. The reason may be the citizen manifesto lobbied for by the citizens for Bengaluru. For many, manifestos have become a hackneyed political tool replete with vague, recycled promises..