Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 22 said that the first budget of his Government’s third term will set the foundation for achieving the goal of Viksit Bharat (Developed India). He called upon Parliamentarians to ‘rise above party lines’ and serve the nation.
Addressing the Media ahead of the Budget Session in Parliament, the Prime Minister stated, “Today, is the first Monday of Shravan, and on this auspicious occasion, an important session is commencing. I congratulate all countrymen. The monsoon session of Parliament begins today, and the country hopes this session will be positive, creative, and lay the groundwork to fulfill the dreams of the citizens.”
Reflecting on the significance of the session, he remarked, “I see this as a step in India’s gaurav yatra(pride journey). After 60 years, a Government has come to power for the third time to present its budget. This is a landmark in the country’s pride journey.”
PM Modi emphasised the importance of the budget, calling it crucial for the Amrit Kaal “This budget will chart the path for the next five years, guiding us towards our resolution of ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047, the time our country completes 100 years of Independence,” he said.
Highlighting India’s economic progress, PM Modi noted, “It is a matter of pride that, today, India is the fastest-growing among all the major economies in the world, with a continuous growth rate of 8 per cent over the last three years. Positive outlook, investment, and performance are at their peak, presenting immense opportunities.”
