Bengaluru, Feb. 18 -- Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has assured that the forthcoming State Budget will not burden the common man, with key considerations focused on alleviating the impact of inflation.

Siddaramaiah, who also holds the Finance portfolio, confirmed that the Budget session will begin on March 3, with the Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 to be presented on March 7. The size of his 16th Budget is expected to be over Rs. 4 lakh crore.

"I acknowledge the strain caused by inflation, but the Central Government bears greater responsibility for addressing the issue than the State. However, we won't remain idle and will make efforts to mitigate inflation's effects, which will be reflected in the Budget," he said.

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