Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday unveiled the party’s “five guarantees” for the Assam Assembly elections, promising direct cash support for women, universal healthcare, land rights for indigenous people, time-bound justice in the Zubeen Garg death case, and financial aid for senior citizens, while accusing the BJP government of corruption and intimidation.Addressing a rally in Naoboicha, Kharge said the Congress manifesto had been prepared after consultations with people and presented it as a roadmap focused on welfare, social security and indigenous rights.At the centre of the pitch is an unconditional monthly cash transfer to women, along with Rs 50,000 support for those starting or expanding businesses. He said the assistance would not be linked to political affiliation, in contrast to what he alleged were “conditional” benefits under the current regime.The party also promised Rs 25 lakh cashless health insurance cover for every family, drawing parallels with similar schemes in Congress-ruled states. Kharge said the plan aimed to ensure access to healthcare for all without financial burden across Assam.Kharge also announced that 10 lakh indigenous residents would be granted permanent land ‘pattas’, replacing the existing annual system. The move, he said, would end repeated bureaucratic hurdles and provide long-term security to local communities. A monthly allowance of Rs 1,250 for senior citizens was also included among the guarantees.Referring to the death of singer Zubeen Garg, Kharge said the Congress government, if the party comes to power, would deliver justice within 100 days and ensure accountability. He asserted that those responsible for the late singer’s death would face action and not escape law.Targeting the BJP leadership, including Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Kharge alleged that the state government was fostering fear among citizens and misusing public resources. He claimed welfare schemes were being used as tools of political control and public money was being diverted for image-building rather than development.Kharge also accused the ruling dispensation of widespread corruption, and irregularities in contracts and land allocation. He added that the government had also failed to address unemployment, inflation and recurring flood distress. He alleged that governance in the state had been reduced to “propaganda over performance”.Framing the election as a choice about Assam’s future direction, Kharge urged voters to back the Congress, saying the party’s promises were firm commitments. He cited past Congress governments to underline delivery of welfare guarantees and said similar measures would be implemented in Assam, if it is voted to power.