New Delhi: Ahead of the much-anticipated Budget Session, Prime Minister Narendra Modi invoked Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity, setting an optimistic tone for India’s economic roadmap. With high hopes for a progressive financial year, PM Modi emphasized the pillars of economic growth—innovation, inclusion, and investment—while outlining key priorities for the government.
Quoting a Sanskrit verse in reverence to Goddess Lakshmi, the Prime Minister stated, “Siddhi Buddhi Prade Devi, Bhukti Mukti Pra’dayini Mantra Murte Sada Devi, Maha Lakshmi Namo’stute,” seeking divine blessings for the nation’s prosperity. He expressed confidence that the upcoming Budget would inject fresh energy into India’s economic trajectory and provide renewed hope to its citizens.
Key Highlights of PM Modi’s Speech:
- Commitment to Economic Growth: The Prime Minister underscored that the Budget will serve as a catalyst for economic acceleration, focusing on investment, innovation, and inclusion.
- Centre-State Synergy: Stressing cooperative federalism, he urged both central and state governments to work in unison to drive India’s progress.
- Women Empowerment in Focus: He reiterated that several landmark decisions would be taken for the empowerment of women, making them key beneficiaries of upcoming policies.
- Viksit Bharat 2047: PM Modi expressed confidence that by 2047, when India celebrates 100 years of independence, the nation will have achieved its goal of becoming a fully developed economy.
- First Complete Budget of Third Term: Calling it a crucial financial roadmap, he assured that the government remains steadfast in fulfilling its promises and aspirations for a stronger India.
- Historic Bills on the Agenda: The Prime Minister highlighted that this parliamentary session would witness discussions on significant legislative reforms, with a special focus on Nari Shakti (women empowerment).
- Absence of Foreign Interference: He noted that, for the first time since 2014, no foreign-backed controversy has surfaced ahead of a Parliament session, signaling India’s growing self-reliance and global stature.
The Budget Session will see Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman table the Economic Survey 2024-25, providing an official assessment of India’s economic performance and identifying key challenges. The government is expected to introduce forward-looking policies aimed at strengthening the middle class, uplifting the poor, and accelerating India’s journey towards becoming a global powerhouse.
As the nation eagerly awaits the Union Budget, PM Modi’s address has set a determined and hopeful tone, emphasizing the vision of Viksit Bharat—a developed India that stands tall on the global stage.
