Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2025 on February 1, unveiling a balanced approach aimed at driving growth, supporting startups, and boosting infrastructure. Key announcements included: ?5 lakh crore allocated for infrastructure projects (roads, railways, smart cities) Tax slab revision: No tax up to ?5 lakh income, 10% up to ?10 lakh ?12,000 crore startup support fund Simplified GST returns for MSMEs Renewable energy and EV subsidies increased by 25% Startups welcomed the new 5-year tax holiday and zero capital gains for angel investors under ?1 crore. The salaried middle class too benefited from standard deduction increases and reduced surcharge on mutual funds. Markets responded positively, with Sensex rising 700 points post-budget. Experts call this a “growth-focused, inclusive budget” that balances economic prudence with long-term vision.