Push to growth, no surprises

Focus on rural India and affordable housing positive; fiscal deficit target not easy

Going into the Budget, there was some scepticism, not to forget the pain inflicted by note ban and protectionist measures of US President Donald Trump. The Budget proposals suggest the finance minister had his ears fully clued to the ground. Not only has he ensured there are no big negative surprises but he has attempted to provide benefits for many sections of the society that are currently reeling under pressure, while ensuring there are enough proposals to keep the growth going.
 
The biggest area of focus is rural India and the agriculture-driven economy, followed by the infrastructure sector and