Budget 2025: Ashwini Vaishnaw Discusses Budget Highlights, Tax Relief and Railway Upgrades |ABP NEWS

In a recent interview with ABP, India’s Railway Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, discussed the key highlights of the latest budget. One major point of focus was the government’s decision to exempt individuals earning up to ₹12 lakh from income tax, a move that has been widely praised. However, Vaishnaw emphasized that the budget covers several important areas, particularly infrastructure and technological reforms. A significant allocation of ₹252,000 crore has been made for the railways, a sharp increase from previous years, reflecting the government’s commitment to modernizing the sector. The funding will support electrification, new tracks, and the introduction of advanced trains like the Amrit Bharat and Vande Bharat trains. These trains are designed to cater to both long-distance and low-income travelers, ensuring better facilities and accessibility. Vaishnaw highlighted the focus on railway modernization as a key driver of India’s economic growth.