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February 1, 2025 at 02:52 PM
*Union Budget 2025-26: Key Highlights and Provisions*
The Union Budget 2025-26 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman outlines the government's spending plans and tax proposals. Here are the key highlights:
Budget Documents
- *Annual Financial Statement*: Provides a detailed account of the government's revenues and expenditures.
- *Revenue Account*: Outlines the government's revenue receipts, including tax and non-tax revenues.
- *Capital Account*: Details the government's capital receipts and expenditures, including investments in infrastructure and other assets.
Taxation
- *New Tax Regime*: A revised income tax slab with 5% tax on income between ₹4 lakh to ₹8 lakh and 10% tax on income between ₹8 lakh to ₹12 lakh.
- *No Tax up to ₹12 Lakh*: Individuals with income up to ₹12 lakh will not have to pay income tax.
Sectors and Industries
- *MSME Investment Limit*: Increased to ₹20 crore, with turnover limit increased to ₹100 crore.
- *Agriculture*: Launch of "Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana" to enhance agricultural productivity and promote crop diversification.
- *Infrastructure*: ₹11.21 lakh crore allocated for capital expenditure, including projects in PPP mode.
Social Welfare
- *Gig Workers*: Healthcare benefits under PM Jan Arogya Yojana and identity cards.
- *Senior Citizens*: Exemption from tax on withdrawals from National Savings Scheme accounts.
- *Kisan Credit Cards*: Loan limit increased to ₹5 lakh.
Expenditure Profile
- *Defence*: ₹5.94 lakh crore allocated for defence expenditure.
- *Education*: ₹1.12 lakh crore allocated for education expenditure.
- *Health*: ₹89,155 crore allocated for health expenditure.
Receipt Budget
- *Tax Revenue*: Estimated to be ₹27.58 lakh crore.
- *Non-Tax Revenue*: Estimated to be ₹3.73 lakh crore.
- *Capital Receipts*: Estimated to be ₹12.33 lakh crore.
These are just some of the key highlights from the Union Budget 2025-26. The budget aims to promote inclusive growth, accelerate development, and enhance the quality of life for citizens.
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