Imphal, Feb. 2 -- The union Budget has turned out to be anti-people and anti-federalism, and it is disappointing for Manipur, Kshetrimayum Santa, Secretary CPI (Marxist), Manipur State Committee, observed on Monday.
"At a time when the country is facing serious economic challenges, the union Budget presented by the Modi government has failed to address issues such as rising prices, unemployment, declining purchasing power, the housing crisis, and the worsening condition of farmers and workers," he said.
"Instead of focusing on strengthening the public sector and increasing public investment, the government has prioritized concessions to corporates and big businesses through tax reductions. As a result, revenue collection has weakened, wid...