Maha Vikas Aghadi candidate for the Nagpur Division Graduates Constituency, Adv. Abhijit Wanjari, released his election manifesto on Monday, October...
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Strategic Roadmap Released for Nagpur Division Graduates Constituency Elections
NAGPUR — In a major campaign development ahead of the upcoming Maharashtra Legislative Council election for the Nagpur Division Graduates Constituency, sitting MLC and Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) candidate Adv. Abhijit Govindrao Wanjari formally released his election manifesto on Monday, October 12, 2026. Unveiled during a press conference at his public outreach office in Dattatray Nagar, Nagpur, the manifesto outlines an extensive action plan centered on two core pillars: 'Mission Jobs' and 'Mission Exam'.
Representing an alliance comprising the Indian National Congress, Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar), Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray), Republican Party of India (Gavai faction), and the Vidarbha Madhyamik Shikshak Sangh (VIMASHI), Wanjari framed the manifesto around six key districts of East Vidarbha—Nagpur, Wardha, Bhandara, Gondia, Chandrapur, and Gadchiroli. The document emphasizes employment generation, competitive exam reforms, local industrial growth, digital skill training, and social justice for educated youth and educators.
'Mission Jobs' to Establish AI District Hubs and Dr. Shrikant Jichkar Graduate Bhavan
Under the 'Mission Jobs' framework, the manifesto proposes creating Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and digital skill development centers designated as 'AI District Hubs' across all six districts of East Vidarbha. To facilitate competitive examination preparation, career counseling, and startup incubation, Wanjari pledged to establish a 'Dr. Shrikant Jichkar Graduate Bhavan' at each district headquarters, featuring digital e-libraries and study centers.
The economic blueprint also advocates organizing mega job fairs in partnership with leading corporate firms, pursuing a monthly unemployment allowance of Rs 5,000 for registered unemployed graduates, and striving toward statutory guarantees for local job reservation in regional industries.
'Mission Exam' Targets Exam Paper Leaks and Recruitment Process Reforms
Addressing widespread student concerns regarding competitive examinations, 'Mission Exam' establishes strict measures to counter paper leaks and ensure transparent, time-bound recruitment. The manifesto urges that all government recruitments be conducted exclusively through the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) and proposes setting up an independent Examination Commission alongside a single-window registration system for aspirants.
Recognizing the mental health challenges associated with competitive exam stress, Wanjari announced plans for a free counseling helpline and expert-led guidance workshops for MPSC aspirants. To further streamline exam administration, he welcomed the administrative appointment of senior bureaucrat Tukaram Mundhe to MPSC leadership, expressing confidence that procedural efficiency would improve under reformed guidelines.
Resolution of Teacher Grievances, Pension Demands, and Social Welfare Measures
For educators and non-teaching staff, the manifesto commits to pressing for the reinstatement of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS), phased grant allocation for unaided schools, cashless medical reimbursement facilities, Shalarth ID issuances, and relieving teachers from non-educational administrative duties. It also outlines efforts to implement assured career progression schemes and push for the review of Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) mandates.
Regarding social welfare, Wanjari pledged to advocate for two fully equipped government hostels for backward class, OBC, and minority students in every district, enhanced budgetary allocations for welfare bodies such as Mahajyoti, BARTI, TRTI, SARTHI, and MARTI, and a caste-based census for OBCs alongside raising the income limit for the creamy layer. Reflecting on his previous six-year term, Wanjari noted having traveled over 3.5 lakh kilometers across the constituency to maintain direct voter engagement and raise po...