THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The LDF, which is eyeing the continuance of rule in the state, has released its manifesto. The manifesto, which has two parts, consists of several big projects. The first part consists of 900 suggestions based on 50-points. The most important among these suggestions are related to providing employment to the younger generation. 40 lakh new jobs will be created when the LDF comes to power. Income in the agricultural sector will be increased by at least 50 percent.

The health sector will be upgraded to international standards. Welfare pensions will be increased to Rs 2,500 in five years in a phased manner. Pension will be introduced for housewives. A Rs 5,000 crore package for coastal area development to protect the shores from erosion, increasing the minimum support price for rubber to Rs 250/kg, attaining self-sufficiency in the production of eggs, milk and vegetables are among assurances in the manifesto.

Apart from more houses under the LIFE Mission project for the poor, the poll document also assures dwelling units will be constructed for all members of tribal and Scheduled Caste communities, he said.