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Budget speech delivery sustains broad public engagement

High public engagement marked Sitharaman’s ninth Budget speech amid expectations on tax and spending priorities.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman delivered her ninth Union Budget with strong public and market attention. The speech was streamed across Parliament TV and digital platforms. Viewership remained elevated amid expectations around tax relief and capital expenditure. The address reinforced continuity in fiscal messaging while outlining near-term policy priorities and government spending direction.