New Delhi: Ahead of presenting the Union Budget 2025, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan today. As part of tradition, the President offered her ‘dahi-cheeni’ (curd and sugar), a customary ritual believed to bring good luck and success.
Accompanied by Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary and senior officials from the Finance Ministry, Sitharaman was seen discussing key aspects of the Budget with President Murmu.
A Tradition Before Every Budget
The offering of dahi-cheeni is a widely followed Indian ritual, symbolizing auspicious beginnings. The sweet and creamy mix is often consumed before important events, believed to bring positivity and good fortune.
After meeting with the President, Sitharaman proceeded to the Union Cabinet meeting, where formal approval for the Budget was granted. She then headed to Parliament, where she delivered her record eighth consecutive Budget speech—the most by any finance minister after Morarji Desai.
A Historic Budget Presentation
As Sitharaman unveils the Union Budget 2025, expectations are high regarding economic reforms, fiscal policies, and key welfare announcements.
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