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Opposition parties 'disappointed' with Budget, non-BJP ruled states feel 'neglected'

IndiaTimes Saturday, 1 February 2025
Opposition parties criticized the Union Budget as a disappointment, especially for states not ruled by the NDA. Congress accused the government of lacking new ideas, while leaders from TMC, DMK, and RJD expressed concerns over the Budget's focus on Bihar and neglect of states like West Bengal and Jharkhand. The middle class also felt let down.
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