The unveiling of a budget that charts a clear course for the nation is a welcome sight in an era of uncertainty. The cornerstone of this budget is its commitment to policy continuation, instilling confidence and stability in corporate sector. The FY25 fiscal deficit has been pegged at 5.1% of GDP, lower than market expectations, with a commitment to reducing below 4.5% of GDP by FY26. The budget focuses on a climate-friendly approach, strengthening the EV ecosystem, domestic tourism, and multi-modal logistics to propel India towards a developed nation by 2047. It also includes measures to boost innovation in the defense sector and improve logistics efficiency.