Are you happy with the budget
Yes
Best thing about the budget?
There are quite a few good things in the budget. The fact that the age for senior citizens has been lowered from 65 to 60 and that a new tax slab has been created for the very senior citizens.
The worst thing?
The service tax on a lot of things has been increased. Hotel accommodation will become even more expensive as will air travel. By doing this, the FM will not to be too popular.
Does the budget address your fears for India?
The biggest challenge before the economy is inflation and amongst the worst fears for many. Does the budget address it? Well, let’s wait for a couple of months.
If you were Finance Minister, what would you have done?
Me, as finance minister? I don’t think the country would be able to take my budget!
Prahlad Kakkar
Director, Genesis Films
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