AS THE MONTH of February draws closer, there is always anticipation about what the Union Budget will bring. Despite this being an Interim Budget, the anticipation is higher this year as voters are hoping that a few goodies will be announced ahead of the General Elections. It is widely expected that Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will maintain fiscal discipline, but she is also expected to announce a few dispensations.
A full Budget will be presented later in the year after the new government is sworn in. The Interim Budget is expected to be a Vote on Account for the first few months of FY25 to ensure smooth expenditure and provide a preliminary outlook
