The Economic Times

Bengal interim budget pro-people, reflects fiscal discipline; Union Budget directionless: Mamata Banerjee

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee unveiled a pro-people interim budget. She stated the budget prioritizes citizens' welfare and demonstrates fiscal discipline. Banerjee contrasted it with the Union Budget, calling it directionless. The state government allocated funds focusing on women, youth, workers, and vulnerable sections. This budget aims to balance welfare spending with financial prudence.