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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is poised to make history by presenting her sixth consecutive budget, surpassing notable predecessors like Manmohan Singh, Arun Jaitley, P Chidambaram, and Yashwant Sinha. Scheduled for Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 11 AM, Sitharaman's presentation will unveil the interim budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025. This budget holds particular significance as it marks an election year, functioning as a vote-on-account, with a comprehensive budget set for presentation post the Lok Sabha elections in 2024.
For those eager to witness the live budget speech, DD News and the Press Information Bureau (PIB) will provide coverage on February 1. DD News will broadcast the speech on television, while PIB will stream it live on its official YouTube channel and website. After the presentation, budget documents will be readily accessible on the official website and mobile application. Android users can download the app from the Google Play Store, and iOS users can find it on the App Store, ensuring convenient access to crucial budgetary information.
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