Job creation likely to be key thrust area of this Budget

This would allow workers in agriculture and services to migrate to the formal sector

The key theme of Budget 2017 is likely to be the creation of more "quality" jobs as the Modi government looks to avoid the tag of 'jobless growth'. 

To achieve the same, promoting manufacturing in labour-intensive sectors and promoting tourism is in focus. "Rapid growth in manufacturing in general and ensuring healthy growth in labour-intensive sectors such as clothing, leather manufacturing, food processing and electronic assembly would help create quality jobs," said a source.

According to the source, this would allow workers in agriculture and informal sector manufacturing and services to migrate to the formal sector. 

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