What the BJP Countered With
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Annapurna Bhandar
Direct counter to Lakshmir Bhandar — a universal monthly allowance for all women in Bengal, promised at double the TMC rate. Seen as the single biggest vote-swinging promise.
₹3,000/mo for every woman in Bengal
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Education Grant for Girls
Lump-sum education support at the point of admission into graduation, replacing the TMC's annual Kanyashree model with a single larger payout.
₹50,000 one-time at graduation admission
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Maternity Support
Cash and nutrition kit package for pregnant women, targeting maternal health outcomes alongside financial assistance for expecting mothers.
₹21,000 + 6 nutrition kits per pregnancy
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Durga Suraksha Squad
Dedicated women's safety police unit, plus 2 women battalions of the State Reserve Police, and 33% reservation for women in all government jobs including police.
Safety unit + 33% govt job reservation