Budget 2025 LIVE Updates: Key Announcements by FM Nirmala Sitharaman
The Budget 2025, presented by FM Nirmala Sitharaman, focuses on economic growth, government spending, and welfare schemes. Key highlights include the PM Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana for farmers, increased investment in education and healthcare, and stock market boosts in the defense sector. While benefiting rural and agricultural sectors, the budget lacks direct tax relief for the middle class. Stay tuned for more updates!
Budget 2025 Speech Overview
- Real-time updates on income tax announcements and stock market impact.
- Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Budget 2025 in Lok Sabha at 11 AM.
- This is her 8th consecutive budget presentation.
- The budget is Modi 3.0 government’s second full-fledged budget.
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- Reduces dependence on imports.
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- Enhances employment opportunities.
- Promotes local craftsmanship.
1. Key Focus of Budget 2025
- Accelerating economic growth.
- Increasing government spending.
- Focus on agriculture & farmers’ welfare.
- Improvement in education & healthcare.
2. Major Highlights of Budget 2025
1. PM Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana
- Covers 100 low-productivity districts.
- Benefits 1.7 crore farmers.
- Improves crop yield and credit access.
2. Fruits & Vegetables Production Program
- Ensures remunerative prices.
- Increases agriculture productivity.
- A strong step towards food security.
3. Viksit Bharat Vision
- Aims for zero poverty.
- Ensures 100% quality education.
- Strengthens comprehensive healthcare.
4. Stock Market Reaction
- Nifty Defence Index is up by 2%.
- HAL (+7%), BEL (+7%), Mazgaon Dock (+8%).
- Boost in defense sector stocks.
3. Advantages & Disadvantages of Budget 2025
1. Advantages
- Boost for agriculture and rural economy.
- Increased investment in infrastructure and defense.
- Focus on quality education and healthcare.
2. Disadvantages
- Possible increase in fiscal deficit.
- There is no direct tax relief for middle-class taxpayers.
- Inflation control remains a challenge.
4. Benefits for the Middle Class
- Investment in education and healthcare sectors.
- Increased employment opportunities.
- No tax cuts or direct financial relief.
- No major relief in petrol-diesel prices or GST.
Union Budget 2025: Date, Time, and Key Highlights of FM Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget Presentation
FAQs on Budget 2025
1. What is the primary focus of Budget 2025?
To accelerate economic growth and increase public spending.
2. What is PM Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana?
An agriculture-focused scheme benefiting 1.7 crore farmers in 100 low-productivity districts.
3. Are there any tax benefits for the middle class?
No direct income tax relief was announced.
4. What is the objective of the Viksit Bharat initiative?
Zero poverty, 100% quality education, and improved healthcare.
