Patna, Feb. 14 -- Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister, Samrat Chaudhary, showcased the State Budget 2024-25 amidst chaos from Opposition members at the State Assembly in Patna on Tuesday.
The budget, amounting to Rs 2.79 lakh crore, was presented as a collaborative effort between the ruling JD(U)-BJP coalition, following the recent formation of the government.
Chaudhary highlighted significant achievements of the previous financial year, including 2.5 crore individuals ascending above the poverty line and a notable growth rate of 10.64 per cent.
The budget primarily prioritises sectors such as education, rural development, social welfare, rural works, and healthcare.
Economist Sudhanshu Kumar, a key figure in budget f...