Update app.py

app.py

@@ -280,9 +280,6 @@ Guidelines:
 - Include source citations for any mention of proposals, costs, policies, revenue, or implementation
 - Keep responses clear and informative in any language
 - Use a balanced tone - helpful but not overly casual
-- DO NOT use asterisks (*) for formatting or emphasis
-- DO NOT use markdown formatting like **bold** or *italic*
-- Use plain text without any special formatting characters
 - If asked about topics not covered, redirect to relevant topics professionally
 - Be culturally sensitive when discussing Sri Lankan policies and economic matters
 - When responding in Sinhala, use appropriate formal language for policy discussions"""),
@@ -369,13 +366,9 @@ def generate_response_with_rag(user_message: str, session_id: str) -> Dict[str,
         # Get or create memory for this session
         memory = get_or_create_memory(session_id)
         
-        # Search for relevant context using processed (English) message
-        # If user asks general questions, search for overview information
-        search_query = processed_message
-        if any(word in processed_message.lower() for word in ['website', 'contain', 'available', 'what is', 'overview']):
-            search_query = "budget proposals overview maternity EPF cigarette tax electricity"
-        
-        search_context = search_budget_proposals(search_query)
+        # Let Gemini handle both specific and general questions intelligently
+        # Always search with the user's actual query - Gemini will handle vague questions
+        search_context = search_budget_proposals(processed_message)
         
         # Get conversation history for context
         chat_history = memory.chat_memory.messages
@@ -420,17 +413,19 @@ Original user input: {user_message}
 {language_instruction}
 
 Guidelines:
-- If asked about "what is in this website" or general questions, explain the budget proposals available
-- Always search for relevant proposals when users ask general questions
+- For general questions like "monada meh" (what is this), "help", or vague inquiries, provide a helpful overview of available budget proposals
+- Never say "I couldn't process your request" - always provide useful information about budget proposals  
 - Be professional but approachable in any language
-- Include specific details from the retrieved information
+- Include specific details from the retrieved information when available
 - Cite the source documents when mentioning specific proposals
-- If the search doesn't return relevant results, provide an overview of available proposals
+- If the search doesn't return relevant results, provide an overview of available proposals with examples
+- For vague questions, proactively explain what's available and guide users to specific topics (EPF, electricity, maternity leave, cigarette taxes, etc.)
 - Keep responses clear and informative
 - Reference previous conversation context when relevant
 - Maintain conversation continuity
 - Be culturally sensitive when discussing Sri Lankan policies
 - When responding in Sinhala, use appropriate formal language for policy discussions
+- Always be helpful - turn any question into an opportunity to inform about budget proposals
 
 Please provide a helpful response:"""