Nirmala Sitharaman’s budget sarees: A celebration of Indian weaves
2024 Union BudgetFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman exuded grace in an exquisite beige and magenta saree at Budget 2024 presentation. It blended tradition and sophistication celebrating the heritage and skill of Indian textile artistry.
2024 Interim BudgetNirmala Sitharaman chose a blue and cream saree with kantha stitch for the 2024 Interim Budget. This intricate embroidery from West Bengal highlights her appreciation for Indian craftsmanship.
2023 Union BudgetIn 2023, the finance wore a red temple border saree from Karnataka's Dharwad region. This Ilkal silk saree with traditional Kasuti work showcased the region’s rich weaving heritage.
2022 Union BudgetFor the 2022 Budget, Sitharaman donned a rust brown Bomkai saree from Odisha. This handloom saree symbolises Odisha's traditional weaving techniques and cultural legacy.
2021 Union BudgetSitharaman's choice for the 2021 Budget was an off-white Pochampally silk saree with red borders. This saree featured the Ikat design, originating from Telangana's Bhoodan Pochampally, known as the 'silk city of India.'
2020 BudgetThe finance minister was seen in a vibrant yellow silk saree for Budget 2020. Yellow, considered auspicious in India, represented prosperity and cultural wealth.
2019 BudgetFor her first budget presentation in 2019, Sitharaman wore a bright pink Mangalgiri silk saree with golden borders. This marked the first appearance of the traditional 'bahi khata,' replacing the budget briefcase.
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