Chandigarh, Feb. 24 -- In a historic move, the Punjab Vidhan Sabha is set to present its annual budget on a Sunday for the first time in the state's legislative history. According to the newly released schedule for the upcoming budget session, the proceedings will commence with the Governor's address, followed by obituary references to pay homage to departed souls on the opening day. While the House will observe a recess on March 7, the state budget for the fiscal year is slated to be tabled on March 8.
Political observers suggest that the choice of a Sunday for the budget presentation is strategically significant. Speculation is rife that the state government may utilise this high-profile slot to announce a landmark financial assistance s...