Govt steps show long-term vision to curb black money: Shah

BJP President Amit Shah today welcomed the steps taken by the government to introduce cashless transactions and said these show its long-term vision to curb black money after demonetisation and incentivise digital transactions.

"Government has shown long-term vision with a series of concerted strategic steps taken after demonetisation to strangle corruption and black money.

"The announcements made today by our government will go a long way in incentivising digital transactions and less cash economy. The cashless transactions will increase convenience, make sure that the poor get their right and harness technology for a modern India," he said.

In a statement, the BJP chief said the announcements are a big step towards cashless transactions and economy.
 

"This shows the government's sensitivity towards according preference to farmers and villages. The party welcomes the steps," he said.