- AI-driven, transparent governance model proposed to boost accountability and service delivery
• Women- and senior-centric healthcare, upgraded PHCs and universal access at core of health push
• Time-bound roads, bridges and infrastructure to elevate city’s heritage profile
• Housing for homeless, community spaces, libraries and recreation facilities prioritised
• Inclusive growth agenda aligns local issues with Congress ‘Nyay Patra’ vision
NE POLITICAL BUREAU
AHMEDABAD, APR 18
In a sharply focused grassroots campaign, four Congress candidates contesting from Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation’s Gota Ward No. 1 have unveiled an expanded people-first agenda, promising a comprehensive civic overhaul anchored in transparency, inclusivity and technology-driven governance.
The candidates—Ushaben Jayeshkumar Brahmbhatt, Jalay Ashokkumar Chauhan, Dineshbhai Lallubhai Desai and Nitaben Ashokkumar Bhatsara—have pledged to prioritise sanitation, healthcare, education, road infrastructure and women empowerment, while introducing innovative measures such as the deployment of Artificial Intelligence to ensure transparent, efficient and accountable civic administration.
A key highlight of the campaign is the commitment to strengthen Primary Health Centres (PHCs) with a special focus on women- and senior citizen-centric healthcare, ensuring accessible, affordable and quality medical services at the grassroots level.
The candidates have also promised time-bound delivery of quality infrastructure projects—including roads and bridges—to not only improve connectivity but also enhance the overall image of Ahmedabad as a UNESCO heritage city. Their development blueprint includes expanding housing initiatives to provide a roof over the homeless and economically weaker sections, enabling a more dignified standard of living.
Further, the manifesto outlines plans to create community-centric urban spaces such as recreation facilities, community halls and public libraries, aimed at fostering social cohesion and improving quality of life across all sections.
A distinctive feature of their campaign remains the emphasis on facilitating education for linguistic minorities in their mother tongue, reinforcing a commitment to cultural inclusivity and equitable access to opportunities.
The local agenda is closely aligned with the Congress’ national “Nyay Patra” vision, which focuses on social justice, welfare expansion and equitable growth across youth, women, and marginalised communities.
The broader framework includes guarantees such as universal healthcare and targeted welfare for weaker sections—principles the candidates say will guide their ward-level governance.
Candidate Voices
Ushaben Jayeshkumar Brahmbhatt:
“Cleanliness, accessible healthcare and quality education are basic rights. Our focus is to ensure every household in Gota Ward experiences visible improvement in daily civic life, backed by transparent systems.”
Jalay Ashokkumar Chauhan:
“Better roads, bridges and seamless connectivity are essential for growth. We are committed to time-bound infrastructure that strengthens both mobility and the city’s global image.”
Dineshbhai Lallubhai Desai:
“Education is empowerment. We will ensure that linguistic minorities can study in their mother tongue while also expanding access to libraries and learning spaces.”
Nitaben Ashokkumar Bhatsara:
“Women’s empowerment is central to our vision. From healthcare to safety and economic opportunities, we aim to build a supportive and inclusive ecosystem.”
With a blend of hyperlocal civic priorities, technology-led governance and alignment to national welfare policies, the Congress candidates are positioning themselves as champions of inclusive, accountable and future-ready urban governance in one of Ahmedabad’s key municipal wards.
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