The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today hailed the Budget presented today as “not merely an interim budget but an inclusive and innovative budget.” Prime Minister Modi asserted, “this budget carries the confidence of continuity.” The Prime Minister further said “This budget will empower all pillars of developed India – the youth, the poor, women, and farmers.”Commending Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for her vision, Prime Minister Modi stated, “Nirmala Ji’s budget is a budget for building the future of the country.”
He further added, “This budget carries the guarantee of strengthening the foundation of Viksit Bharat by 2047.” Setting ambitious goals, Prime Minister Modi stated, “We set a big goal, achieve it, and then set an even bigger goal for ourselves.” Highlighting the government’s efforts for the welfare of the poor and middle class, he informed about the construction of over 4 crore houses in villages and cities and increasing the target to build 2 crore more houses. Emphasizing the empowerment of women, PM Modi said, “our goal was to make 2 crore ‘Lakhpatis’ among women. Now, this goal has been increased to make 3 crore ‘Lakhpatis’.”
Speaking about the major decisions taken for farmer welfare in the budget, Shri Modi mentioned use of Nano DAP, new scheme for animals, expansion of PM Matsya Sampada Yojana and Atma Nirbhar oil seed campaign which will increase the income of farmers and reduce expenses. The Prime Minister concluded his address by conveying his best wishes to all citizens on the historic budget.
Source-PIB
