The Lok Sabha started debating the General Budget 2024–25 today. Nirmala Sitharaman, the minister of finance, is anticipated to respond to the conversation this evening. During the discussion, BJP participant Devendra Singh stated that this budget will move the nation toward inclusive growth. He noted that significant funding for the agriculture sector was included in the Union Budget, demonstrating the government’s commitment to the welfare of farmers. He stated that the nation’s promotion of natural farming will be greatly aided by the Budget.
He claimed that the nation’s job prospects have been improved by a number of actions the government has taken. The budget for this year has no mention of unemployment or the advancement of rural areas, according to Samajwadi Party member Akhilesh Yadav. No major announcement on any projects in Uttar Pradesh, he claimed, had been made. According to Mr. Yadav, no significant action has been done to limit the trade imbalance, which is still growing. He also mentioned the downward trend that is being seen in exports.
The Rajya Sabha also started talking about the General Budget for 2024–2025 again. During the conversation, Praful Patel from the NCP stated that since 2014, the government has maintained the nation’s financial stability by using a fiscal restraint strategy. According to him, the budget for this year is primarily focused on creating jobs for young people. He applauded the administration for prioritizing the infrastructure sector in the budget for this year. In the last ten years, he claimed, the nation has built a vast network of highways, airports, seaports, and renewable energy sources. He noted that over the past few years, the nation’s industrial sector has grown significantly.