MY BUDGET: Rajeev Khandelwal

What do you think of the Budget?
The Budget should be pro common man and look at the overall development of the country.

What were your expectations?
I wish the finance minister had mentioned something about privatising sick PSUs. I don’t think the Budget had anything on it though I’m sure it will be talked of in the coming days.

Have these expectations been met?
As far as infrastructure and development of the nation is concerned, yes, the Budget has been positive. I’m happy that the school education outlay is Rs 31,000 crore. I’m also very happy that there are programmes for senior citizens, physically and mentally challenged and other backward sections of society.

Any particular concern?
Not really. In fact, I’m glad that the tax exemption limit has been increased to Rs 1.6 lakh. This means that there will be more purchasing power to the people.

How has the Budget affected you personally?
Though cars have become more expensive, I don’t have a problem because we need to tackle pollution anyway.

I need better roads to drive my SUV.

Rajeev Khandelwal, actor