Thane, Feb. 1 -- Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde praised the Union Budget presented by the Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, in Lok Sabha on Saturday, calling it a "people's budget" that would lead to prosperity in every household.

"First of all, I express my gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and greetings to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. This budget will lead to Laxmi (prosperity, wealth and good fortune) in every household. Everyone has been included in the Budget," he told reporters here.

"The tax relief up to Rs 12 lakh is a huge thing,' Maharashtra Deputy CM said. "It will lead to savings, encourage people to invest and will therefore boost our economy. This budget is the first step towards PM Nar...