Budget 2024 Live: Finance Minister Delivers Shortest-Ever Budget Speech in 57 Minutes

By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on February 1, 2024, 12:10 IST

In a notable departure from previous years, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Budget 2024 with a concise speech, lasting just 57 minutes. This marks a significant reduction compared to the preceding budget speeches:

– 2023: 1 Hour 27 Minutes
– 2022: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
– 2021: 1 Hour 40 Minutes
– 2020: 2 Hours 42 Minutes (Longest Ever)
– 2019: 2 Hours 15 Minutes

The Finance Minister’s brevity in her address reflects a streamlined approach in delivering key fiscal measures and priorities for the year. Stay tuned for more insights and analyses on the budget proceedings.

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Aditya Bhagchandani

Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.