Srilanka, Feb. 20 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday stood by the proposals in his maiden budget, insisting that it is the most practical course of action, given Sri Lanka's economic realities.

With the country reeling from years of economic mismanagement, Dissanayake stressed the need for a carefully structured financial plan to restore stability and drive growth.

While the initial reactions to the budget were largely positive across society and the business community, a closer examination over the past two days has raised concerns. Some targets have been noted to be overly ambitious, sparking debate over their feasibility. Speaking at a post-budget forum, Dissanayake reiterated confidence in his administration's vision, ...