India's Budget Dilemma: Can Nirmala Sitharaman Balance Growth and Deficit?
2025-01-30
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As India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to unveil the national budget on February 1, she faces a daunting task. With the country's economy experiencing a slowdown, she must decide between boosting economic growth and reducing the deficit. The budget, the coalition government's first full-year budget since taking power in June, will be closely watched by investors and citizens alike. Key areas to watch include fiscal policy, tax reforms, and allocation of funds to stimulate growth. Will Sitharaman find the right balance between growth and fiscal responsibility?