Union Budget 2024 : Live Updates from India’s Budget Session
Union Budget 2024 : Live Updates from India’s Budget Session, The Union Budget 2024 is being presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 23, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. This is her seventh consecutive Budget presentation, making her the first finance minister to achieve this feat. The budget is expected to outline the government’s fiscal plans for the upcoming year, with a focus on economic growth, job creation, infrastructure development, and social welfare programs.
Key areas of focus include:
– Economic growth: The budget is expected to provide measures to boost economic growth, which has been impacted by global economic uncertainties.
– Job creation: The government is likely to announce initiatives to create new job opportunities, particularly in the formal sector.
– Infrastructure development: The budget may allocate funds for infrastructure projects, including roads, railways, and urban development.
– Social welfare programs: The government is expected to announce new social welfare programs or expand existing ones, focusing on healthcare, education, and poverty alleviation.
The budget presentation can be watched live on:
– Sansad TV
– Doordarshan
– Official YouTube channels of Parliament and the Ministry of Finance
– The Indian Express’ YouTube account
The Union Budget Web Portal provides digital access to the Budget 2024 papers, including the yearly financial statement, grant requests, and finance bills specified by the Constitution.
The Monsoon Session of Parliament began on July 22 and is expected to continue until August 12. The session has already seen discussions on various topics, including the NEET-UG paper leak case.
The Economic Survey 2023-24 was tabled in the Lok Sabha on the first day of the Monsoon Session. The survey provides an overview of the country’s economic performance and outlook.
Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav, have criticized the government over the NEET-UG paper leak case and other issues. They have demanded a thorough investigation and action against those responsible.
As the budget presentation continues, we will provide live updates on the key announcements and initiatives. Stay tuned for more information on the Union Budget 2024.
Also read economic survey pdf