Opposition, treasury benches spar over Budget; DMK terms tax relief 'sugar rush'
Monday, 10 February 2025 ()
Opposition and treasury benches clashed over the Union Budget in parliament. Congress' P Chidambaram criticized the Budget for lacking philosophy and failing to cut fuel prices or raise wages, while BJP called it a "booster shot." Rising government debt and minimal benefits from tax rebates were also points of concern.
Opposition and treasury benches clashed over the Union Budget in parliament. Congress' P Chidambaram criticized the Budget for lacking philosophy and failing to cut fuel prices or raise wages, while BJP called it a "booster shot." Rising government debt and minimal benefits from tax rebates were also points of concern.
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