Measures in Sitharaman's Budget 2020 will give impetus to rural economy

The Budget announced for farmers, comprising 16 action points, will definitely boost the agriculture sector

It’s heartening to see that the major themes of the Union Budget were Aspirational India, economic development for all, and a caring society.
 
Finance Minister Sitharaman said the Centre was committed to doubling farmers’ income by 2022. Considering the multiple pulls and pressures, the FM has managed to achieve a fine balancing act. After laying the foundation for a new India in last year’s Budget, the FM has reiterated the government’s resolve to make India a $5-trillion economy. The plan announced for farmers, comprising 16 action points, will definitely boost the agriculture sector. It will work towards liberalising farm