Dr. Jaijit Bhattacharya,President, Centre for Digital Economy Policy Research
A budget that is high on technology focus and technology led provisioning of services to vulnerable sections. From central Bank digital currency (CBDC) to using farm stalk for firing coal power plants which will reduce pollution, the budget appears to put high focus on technology adoption in all sectors. This is a very positive aspect. Also, support to states and a greater centre-state joint initiatives for growth are welcome. The focus on digital economy through focus on startups, auctioning of 5G spectrum and GovTech adotpion would surely boost the economy. Overall a budget that is clearly forward looking.
