New Delhi, Feb. 16 -- Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled the progressive Budget 2025 on February 1, 2025, focusing on the middle class, showcasing the government's strategic focus on fiscal consolidation, economic growth, and comprehensive structural reforms. However, the budget was criticized by the opposition parties. The 2025 Budget, introduced by the Modi 3.0 government, is an inclusive plan designed to unlock India's full potential and propel the nation towards becoming a "Viksit Bharat." It envisions a nation free from poverty, with 100 percent access to quality education, meaningful employment opportunities, high-quality healthcare, a women labour force participation rate reaching 70 percent, and the empowerment of ...