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Union Budget 2025 Expectations Live Updates: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's 8th speech highly anticipated


Published on 2025-01-22 00:40:51 - Mint
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  • Industry watchers are awaiting a host of measures from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
  • from income tax slabs, GST rationalisation, infrastructure allocation, and regulatory updates, to address economic distress and consumer sentiment.

The article from LiveMint discusses the anticipation surrounding the Union Budget 2025, which is set to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 23, 2024. This budget is particularly significant as it will be the first full budget of the Modi 3.0 government, following the recent elections. Expectations are high for announcements on economic reforms, tax policies, and infrastructure development. The business community, investors, and the general public are keenly watching for measures that could boost economic growth, address unemployment, and manage inflation. There is also interest in how the government plans to balance fiscal discipline with populist measures, especially given the political context. The budget speech is expected to outline the government's vision for the next five years, focusing on sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, and technology, while also addressing critical issues like rural distress and urban employment.

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