Abhishek Banerjee rebuts FM Sitharaman, points to everyday GST burdens on poor
Abhishek Banerjee, national general secretary of the Trinamool Congress, responded to Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Finance Minister, who criticized his speech on the Union Budget. Banerjee argued that the government is ignoring the day-to-day tax burden faced by ordinary families and pointed out discrepancies in GST exemptions for essential items like milk, school supplies, and healthcare. He emphasized the gap between the GST Act and its practical implementation for low-income households.
12 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
India's Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, refuted claims of a stagnant economy, citing government efforts and the expansion of the middle class as evidence of economic growth.
— The Hindu
Rahul Gandhi pledged continued support for farmers despite potential legal action from the Indian government.
— Economic Times
The finance minister defended the 2026-27 budget, citing strong macroeconomic stability and growth projections.
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