He said a record allocation has been made for MNREGA as well as women’s welfare.
Asserting that the Budget reflects commitment to eliminate corruption and black money, Modi said it provides for a comprehensive package of digital economy which will reduce tax evasion and help control black money.
With regard to the reduction of tax for people with lower incomes, the Prime Minister said it was a “courageous step” that will provide relief to the middle class.
He also referred to the provision on political funding, saying it was an important step to clean politics of corruption.
