Bhubaneswar, Feb. 2 -- Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday termed the Union Budget for the year 2025-26 as "historic" and said that the budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will set a new direction for the development of the country.

Speaking to ANI, CM Majhi said, "Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented a historic budget for 2025-26. The size of the budget has been increased, it will pave the way for a new direction for the development of the country."

"This budget has some provision for all, middle class, farmers, labourers, salaried class, women, youths and students. Those who are earning up to Rs 12 lakhs won't have to pay taxes. Additionally...