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5 Themes That May Emerge Prominently in the Union Budget 2024

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The Union Budget is to be presented on the 23rd of July in Lok Sabha at 11 am by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The government, with this budget as well, plans to continue its practice from the last three Union Budgets and the one Interim Budget of delivering it paperlessly. If you are looking to tune in to the presentation of the budget live, then you can log in to channels like Doordarshan and Sansad TV. Apart from this, the budget will also be telecasted live on the government’s official YouTube channels.  

Post the presentation of the budget, the public can access all budget documents like the Annual Financial Statement, Demand for Grants, and the Finance Bill through their "Union Budget Mobile App" easily.

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Overview of the significance and impact of Union Budget 2024 on various sectors

Here’s a small overview of the impact the union budget 2024 can have on various sectors of the country:

  1. Capex Spending: Increased and sustained capital investments in railways, roadways, urban development etc can lead to better economic growth.

  2. Railway Sector: With possibly larger investments in the sector, the growth of the railway network is projected. This could include renovations of existing stations and the introduction of modern trains

  3. Defense Sector: Modernisation of the armed forces is another focus of the budget, acquisition of cutting-edge tech for the armed forces and military modernisation could be on the cards.

  4. Agriculture Sector: Growth of agricultural infrastructure and possible increase in MSP could also be a part of the budget.

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According to reports, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the 2024 Union Budget on 23rd July. This Budget is expected to have announcements on policies, schemes, income tax rate slabs, and more that are likely to affect everything around us. 

 

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Theme 1: Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development 

When it comes to the budget theme of economic growth and infrastructure development, here are a few things the budget might encompass:

  1. The government’s present vision for India is that by the year 2047, it should be a developed economy. 

  2. This could result in the introduction of reforms that don’t need legislative approval. 

  3. The possibility of the budget offering more insight into the medium-term fiscal path to ensure that the fiscal deficit remains below 4.5% of GDP by the Financial Year 2026 also exists

  4. With a comprehensive plan in place, the 2047 goal looks quite achievable, considering the rate at which the economy is growing

Theme 2: Social Welfare and Healthcare

Another budget theme that comes to the fore is that of social welfare and healthcare. Here are a few insights into the same regarding the budget initiatives:

  1. The Budget might see a boost in the allocations of various schemes to help prioritize the growth of the rural sector

  2. Provisions and schemes like an increase in housing subsidies are estimated at ₹23,000 Crore which is approximately 0.07% of the GDP.

  3. The possibility of an increase in the funding for the development of rural roads and establishing employment initiatives is also there. 

  4. The government is also looking into expanding public health insurance programs

  5. The Lakhpati Didi scheme might also see a little bit of sprucing up to increase its effectiveness.

Theme 3: Digital Transformation and Technology

There is no doubt that the digital space has and will continue to grow. Keeping this in mind this budget theme could bring on the following changes:

  1. Fiscal incentives to help establish and promote digital transformation are crucial 

  2. Possible adoption of advanced tech like blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, digital identity verification, etc will help promote safety and increase investments

  3. Possible funding for upskilling and reskilling in sectors like automation, artificial intelligence, and data analytics.

  4. Possible increased budget allocation for research and development in sectors like semiconductors, medical devices, and clean technologies.

  5. The education sector could also do with some digital transformation by upskilling educators with technologies to help deliver high-quality education.

Theme 4: Environmental Sustainability

Another budget theme that has been talked about is the government’s initiative to become a net zero-emission country by 2070. With this in mind, some of the budget’s focus might include: 

  1. Enhancement in initiatives like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes could further give a boost to domestic manufacturing 

  2. Widespread adoption of clean energy solutions

  3. Reduction in the GST on renewable energy components from 18% to 5% to promote its domestic manufacturing and consumption

  4. Possible establishment of a reliable power supply and a stable grid as this will help the country transition to a greener future more efficiently

  5. Establishment of proper policies and allocation of funds that help encourage private sector participation 

Theme 5: Taxation and Fiscal Policies

The final budget theme that has prominently emerged revolves around taxation and fiscal policies. Here are a few possible budget provisions to look forward to in this aspect:

  1. Possible consideration on increasing the standard deduction limit for taxpayers 

  2. Possible rise in exemption threshold for income gained from bank interest. 

  3. A possible reduction in personal income tax rates for taxpayers earning earning ₹5 lakh to ₹15 lakh 

  4. Possible correction of the high taxes on materials like cement which has 28% in GST and steel to achieve sustained growth

Conclusion

With the various themes emerging in the budget 2024-2025, there is no doubt that the government will introduce policies that will help the country grow further in its economic pursuit of one day being a developed economy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Budget 2024 important for investors?

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As the focus of the budget 2024-2025 is on achieving sustainable growth, investors have high expectations from the government to do right by each sector so that their growth helps the investors grow too.

What are the expectations regarding digital transformation in Budget 2024?

Answer Field

With the digital focus being a crucial one of the budget, the introduction of upskilling and reskilling in the AI and automation sector is one of the expectations. Other than this, the possible introduction of advanced techs like blockchain and digital identity verification is another expectation.

How might Budget 2024 address environmental sustainability?

Answer Field

The government’s focus to become a Net Zero emissions nation by 2070 has played a crucial role in defining the budget initiatives for the green sector. With increased emphasis on the domestic manufacturing of solar components and modules, reduction in the GST on renewable energy components from 18% to 5% and the possible establishment of a reliable power supply and a stable grid, can go a long way in helping the country transition to a greener future more efficiently

What can taxpayers expect in terms of changes to fiscal policies?

Answer Field

Taxpayers could see possible considerations on increasing the standard deduction limit, a rise in the exemption threshold for income gained from bank interest and a reduction in personal income tax rates for taxpayers earning ₹5 lakh to ₹15 lakh

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