Lok Sabha Elections 2024: In a unique and inclusive approach towards shaping its agenda for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, the Congress party, led by senior leader P Chidambaram, has declared that its manifesto will be a peoples manifesto.Addressing the media in New Delhi, Chidambaram unveiled the partys innovative strategy to garner suggestions not only through public consultations by party leaders but also through email and a dedicated website.Chidambaram Promises a Manifesto Shaped by the People:Promising a manifesto that truly reflects the aspirations and needs of the people, P Chidambaram declared, Its going to be a peoples manifesto. The Congress leader emphasized the importance of involving citizens in the political process and incorporating their perspectives into the partys vision.Innovative Approach: Congress Welcomes Public Input via Email and Dedicated Website:In a departure from traditional methods, the Congress party has adopted an innovative approach to collect public input. Alongside public consultations conducted by party leaders, citizens can contribute their suggestions via email at awaazbharatki@inc.in or directly through the website awaazbharatki.in.Leaders Address the Media to Announce Manifesto Committees Strategy:The press conference, attended by TS Singh Deo, convener of the Manifesto Committee, and Supriya Shrinate, Chairperson of the Social and Digital Platforms of the AICC, served as a platform to unveil the partys strategy. The leaders outlined the significance of engaging with the public in shaping the partys vision.The Congress manifesto for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls is going to be the peoples manifesto.The principal vehicle for collecting suggestions will be public consultations, which will be held in every state.Today, were launching two more vehicles to collect suggestions: an… pic.twitter.com/0P9dyTwkP0— Congress (@INCIndia) January 17, 2024Dedicated Website and Email ID Launched to Facilitate Public Participation:As a concrete step towards facilitating public participation, the Congress party launched a dedicated website and an email ID to receive suggestions. Supriya Shrinate encouraged citizens to actively contribute their ideas, making the manifesto a collaborative effort.Appeal for Suggestions: Chidambaram Encourages Citizens to Contribute Ideas:P Chidambaram, the head of the manifesto committee, made a heartfelt appeal to the public, urging them to come forward with their suggestions. Emphasizing the inclusive nature of the initiative, he stressed that the party values the input of every citizen.Nationwide Public Consultations Planned, Ensuring Representation from Every State:To ensure comprehensive representation, the Congress party plans to conduct at least one public consultation in every state. Recognizing the diverse needs and concerns of each region, Chidambaram highlighted the intention to hold inclusive consultations.Open to All: Congress Clarifies Inclusivity, Invites INDIA Bloc Parties for Consultations:Addressing queries about inclusivity, Chidambaram clarified that the consultations are open to all. While welcoming allied parties, including INDIA bloc parties, to attend public consultations, he left room for internal consultations based on the decisions of coordinating committees.Timeline Set: Manifesto Aims for Completion by February 15 for CWC Approval:With a structured approach, the Congress party has set a timeline for the completion of the manifesto. The goal is to finalize the document by February 15, seeking approval from the Congress Working Committee (CWC) and ensuring a comprehensive and well-defined agenda for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.The Congress partys initiative to involve the public in crafting its manifesto demonstrates a commitment to inclusivity and responsiveness to the diverse needs of the nation. As citizens actively contribute their ideas, the manifesto is poised to become a truly representative expression of the peoples aspirations. The party aims to complete this collaborative effort well in time for the crucial CWC approval by February 15.
