Patna: In a significant pre-poll announcement, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and Mahagathbandhan’s Chief Ministerial candidate Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday unveiled a series of welfare promises aimed at strengthening Bihar’s grassroots governance and traditional workforce ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.
Addressing a press conference in Patna alongside Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) chief Mukesh Sahani, Tejashwi Yadav declared that if the INDIA bloc comes to power, it will double the allowances of representatives serving under Bihar’s Panchayati Raj system.
“Representatives of Panchayats and Gram Kachaharis (village courts) have been demanding pension benefits. We have decided that they will not only get pensions but also be covered under an insurance scheme worth ₹50 lakh,” Tejashwi announced.
He added that the commission margin for those involved in the public distribution system (PDS) would also be increased to ensure fair compensation for their work.
Expanding on his vision for economic revival at the village level, the RJD leader further promised interest-free financial aid of ₹5 lakh to artisans and workers involved in traditional occupations such as pottery, blacksmithing, and carpentry.
Tejashwi emphasized that his focus is on “empowering those who form the backbone of rural Bihar” and giving dignity to sectors that have been “neglected for years.”
In a sharp attack on the ruling government, Yadav said the people of Bihar are frustrated with unfulfilled promises and stagnation.
“People are tired of the current government. Bihar wants change — and that change is inevitable. Just give us 20 months, and we will strive to make Bihar the number one state,” he asserted.
Political observers note that Tejashwi’s latest announcement appears designed to consolidate rural and artisan support bases — constituencies that play a pivotal role in Bihar’s electoral dynamics. The promise of pensions, insurance, and interest-free loans could resonate strongly among panchayat representatives and workers seeking recognition and financial stability.
