Construction workers in Gurugram are opting for political rallies over daily wages at labour chowks, earning similar pay and free food, as Haryana assembly polls approach.

Arvind Kejriwal, AAP chief, is campaigning in Haryana for the first time, showcasing party's work in Punjab and Delhi. His roadshow in Yamunanagar marks the start of a significant campaign ahead of Haryana's elections on October 5.

"The work is also low these days due to rains. October and November are Diwali and Chatth months so labourers go on long leaves to their hometowns. Pollution also leaves us out of work during winters. So, I attend these rallies, sometimes of different parties too. This is the first time I will be voting in Gurugram," he added.

BJP unveiled its Haryana manifesto, promising aid for women, jobs, housing, and welfare schemes ahead of the October 5 elections.

Chandigarh: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Kejriwal who would hold a road-show in Jagadhari town of the poll-bound Haryana on Friday, would be taking part in 20 more events to campaign for his party candidates in the state in the coming days.

The people of the state of Haryana will get to exercise their franchise on October 5, when all the 90 assembly constituencies in the state will go to polls. The vote counting process and the announcement of results will take place on October 8,

BJP's manifesto also featured a promise of Rs 2,100 monthly assistance for women and the creation of two lakh government jobs for youth

The Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) issued their electoral manifesto ahead of the Haryana Assembly elections on October 5, promising permanent jobs for ex-Agniveers and procuring 24 commodities from farmers at the stated Minimum Support Price (MSP).

Chief J.P. Nadda launched the party's Sankalp Patra (manifesto) for the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections in Rohtak.