New Delhi, Feb. 1 -- Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday presented a record eighth consecutive budget and announced the setting up of Makhana Board in Bihar.

"A Makhana board will be established in the state to improve production, processing, value addition and marketing of Makhana," said Nirmala Sitharaman.

The Finance Minister said that the people engaged in the activities will be organised in FPOs.

"The board will provide hand-holding and training support to Makhana farmers and ensure that they receive benefits of all government schemes.Makhana, also known as fox nuts or lotus seeds, is a popular snack and ingredient in Indian cuisine, particularly in the northern and eastern regions.

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