On Tuesday, NCP (SP) spokesperson Clyde Crasto criticized the Union Budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. He said that the budget seemed to be more for the NDA allies of Bihar and Andhra Pradesh, neglecting the state of Maharashtra.
He mentioned that the budget appeared to cater to the interests of the NDA, rather than focusing on the overall benefit of the country. Crasto further expressed that the people of Maharashtra will respond to this neglect by the BJP in the upcoming assembly polls.
Additionally, he highlighted that substantial funds were allocated for Bihar, including over Rs 26,000 crore for highway development and Rs 11,500 crore for flood mitigation efforts.
Andhra Pradesh also received significant financial aid, including Rs 15,000 crore for the development of the state capital, with ongoing commitments for future support.
Furthermore, the Centre announced the formulation of a plan called ‘Purvodaya’ for the all-round development of Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh.