FM acts tough on political funding

Tries to convey message that Modi government no 'suit-boot ki sarkar', but one for the poor

Preparing the Budget, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley faced three challenges. He needed to convey a message that the Narendra Modi government was no ‘suit-boot ki sarkar’, but a government for the poor. With an eye on the impending assembly polls, he needed to deliver “gains” to the middle classes and small entrepreneurs after the “pain” of demonetisation. The FM also needed to showcase the intent of the government, particularly post-note ban, that it is serious about bringing greater transparency in political funding. The finance minister tackled all three challenges head on.
 
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