New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi described Friday the Union Budget as ‘citizen and development friendly’ and future oriented, and one which will empower the poor and provide better future to the youth.
Terming the Budget a ‘green budget’, Modi said focuses on the environment and pitches for green and clean energy.
In a televised address after the Union Budget was tabled in Parliament, the Prime Minister said the policies of the government will empower the downtrodden and turn them into a ‘power house’ for the development of the country. He said the Budget underlines structural reforms in the agricultural sector and has a roadmap to transform the farm sector and doubling farmers’ income.
Here’s what others had to say about the budget
Amit Shah (Home Minister): Today’s Budget for New India sets the stage for fulfilling our collective dreams of water for every citizen, ensuring electricity connectivity across India and boosting manufacturing especially in sunrise sectors. The Budget will enable India to become a more vibrant start-up hub.
Nitin Gadkari (Transport and MSME Minister): The promotion of electric vehicles and allied infrastructure is set to transform the economy and logistic sector. It is one of the biggest step to curb pollution and move towards sustainable development.
Kiran Majumdar-Shaw (Biocon Chairman): As a business woman I can’t help but burst with pride to see a woman FM delivers such a confidence boosting budget 2019.
Confederation of Indian Industry: CII appreciates the government’s move to bring all companies having turnover up to Rs 400 crores under 25 per cent tax-net in the Budget.
Assocham: The government’s focus on infrastructure is indeed welcome and investment to the tune of Rs 1 lakh crore over next 5 years will revitalise the economy.
Agencies