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Budget skirts issues listed by economic survey, says Congress

Budget 2026: Opposition leaders P Chidambaram, Rahul Gandhi, Mamata Banerjee, and Kanimozhi have strongly criticized the Union Budget. They claim it ignores major economic challenges like US tariffs, trade deficits, and unemployment. Critics also point to a poor management of finances and cuts in revenue and capital expenditure. The budget is described as directionless and anti-poor.

2 Feb 2026 12:52 am