A user on X (formerly Twitter) praised Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s efforts and appealed for relief measures for India’s middle class. The minister responded positively, acknowledging the concerns raised.
The user, Tushar Sharma, wrote:
“@nsitharaman We deeply appreciate your efforts and contributions to the country, and you have our utmost admiration. I humbly request you to consider providing some relief for the middle class. I understand the immense challenges involved, but it’s just a heartfelt request.”
@nsitharaman We deeply appreciate your efforts and contributions to the country, and you have our utmost admiration. I humbly request you to consider providing some relief for the middle class. I understand the immense challenges involved, but it’s just a heartfelt request. ❤️
— Tushar Sharma 𝕏 🇮🇳 (@tushxar) November 17, 2024
Sitharaman replied, saying,
“Thank you for your kind words and your understanding. I recognise and appreciate your concern. PM @narendramodi’s government is a responsive government. Listens and attends to people’s voices. Thanks once again for your understanding. Your input is valuable.”
Thank you for your kind words and your understanding. I recognise and appreciate your concern.
PM @narendramodi ‘s government is a responsive government. Listens and attends to people’s voices. Thanks once again for your understanding. Your input is valuable. https://t.co/0C2wzaQtYx— Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) November 17, 2024
In the past, Sitharaman has highlighted the government’s commitment to addressing middle-class challenges through measures outlined in the Union Budget 2024. Speaking to Times Now, she mentioned efforts such as increasing the standard deduction from ₹50,000 to ₹75,000 and introducing a new tax regime aimed at lowering tax rates for middle-income groups.
The Budget 2024 proposed revised income tax slabs under the new regime, providing relief for individuals with taxable incomes of up to ₹10 lakh. Taxable incomes up to ₹7 lakh were made exempt from tax, ensuring relief for a significant segment of taxpayers.
Sitharaman also empathized with the struggles faced by the middle class, stating, “I am also from the middle class… and understand their problems.”
Her response on X reinforces the government’s willingness to engage with public concerns and work towards solutions for India’s middle class.
