Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray expressed disappointment with the Finance Minister for neglecting economic concerns affecting the public. He pointed out that Maharashtra, despite being a major contributor to the national treasury, received inadequate attention in terms of infrastructure and financial support. Thackeray also criticized the budget for lacking initiatives to boost job creation and control inflation.
Aaditya Thackeray questioned the government’s focus on Maharashtra, emphasizing the need for clarity on projects like the Mumbai-Pune High-Speed Railway. He raised concerns about funding sources and project timelines, highlighting the state’s significant contributions to the national economy. Thackeray called for a more inclusive budget that addresses the needs of all regions in India.
Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut echoed Thackeray’s sentiments, criticizing the budget for overlooking the middle class and the underprivileged. Raut highlighted the absence of substantial income tax relief for salaried individuals, noting the market’s negative response to the budget speech. He expressed skepticism about the government’s long-term vision for economic development.
MP Priyanka Chaturvedi drew attention to the budget’s political undertones, suggesting a focus on election-bound states like Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. She criticized the budget for failing to provide adequate measures to navigate global economic uncertainties. Chaturvedi described the budget as a missed opportunity to address critical economic challenges faced by the country.
