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Prime Minister Modi Affirms Budget 2024's Focus on Empowering Women, Youth, Farmers, and the Underprivileged

  • Posted on February 1, 2024
  • Business
  • By Arijit Dutta
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The Budget 2024, hailed by PM Modi as transformative, focuses on empowering youth, women, farmers, and the poor. With Rs 1 Lakh Crore for innovation, it promises 2 crore houses for the poor, creating 'Lakhpati Didis' and Ayushman Bharat benefits for health workers, aligning with the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.

Prime Minister Modi Affirms Budget 2024's Focus on Empowering Women, Youth, Farmers, and the Underprivileged Image Source -www.indiatoday.in

In a groundbreaking move, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the recently presented Union Budget 2024 as a transformative force for the nation. Emphasizing its progressive nature, PM Modi expressed confidence that this interim budget marks a crucial step towards achieving a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's meticulous planning has led to a budget that addresses the core concerns of the populace.

PM Modi lauded the inclusive and innovative nature of the budget, asserting that it mirrors the aspirations of a young India. Notable highlights include a substantial allocation of Rs 1 Lakh Crore for research and innovation, showcasing a commitment to fostering technological advancements. This financial commitment is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping a prosperous future.

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The budget strategically focuses on empowering four key pillars of a 'Viksit Bharat' – the youth, the poor, women, and farmers. PM Modi highlighted the emphasis on uplifting the poor and the middle class, providing them with new employment opportunities. Plans to construct 2 crore additional houses for the underprivileged were unveiled, with a specific target to create 3 crore 'Lakhpati Didis.' Furthermore, health workers such as ASHA and Aganwadi staff will benefit from the Ayushman Bharat scheme.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reiterated the government's unwavering commitment to prioritizing the needs and aspirations of the four major castes – the poor, women, the youth, and farmers. The overarching goal is to shape a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. Sitharaman stressed the importance of enhancing people's capabilities and empowering them to propel the nation toward development.

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