Patna, Bihar has got many important gifts in the Union Budget presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday. Regarding this, Bihar's Urban Development and Housing Minister Nitin Naveen expressed his gratitude to the Central Government and the Finance Minister.

He said that this budget is full of great opportunities for farmers, traders and the general public. Especially, the decision to give income tax exemption on annual income up to 12 lakhs will give a lot of relief to the middle class.

Greenfield Airport will give new flight to Patna

Minister Nitin Naveen said that in view of the future needs of Bihar, the announcement of Greenfield Airport in the state by the Union Finance Minister is a visionary step. This will not only provide better connectivity to the passengers, but will also ease the traffic system of cities like Patna. Expansion of air traffic will also strengthen the industrial and economic development of Bihar.

Farmers will get benefit from Makhana Board
The minister also welcomed the announcement of Makhana Board in the budget and said that this will strengthen the economic condition of the farmers. There will be an increase in Makhana production, processing and trade. This will especially benefit the farmers of Mithilaanchal. This step will provide a new direction to the agricultural development of Bihar and it will get better recognition in the national and international markets.

Education and infrastructure will get a new dimension

Regarding the expansion of Patna IIT, establishment of National Institute of Food Technology and Entrepreneurship Management and expansion of Patna Airport, the minister said that these projects will strengthen higher education and infrastructure in Bihar. This will not only provide an opportunity to local students to get higher level education, but will also develop the industrial possibilities of the state.

Madhubani art gets respect in Parliament

Minister Nitin Naveen described the wearing of a sari decorated with Madhubani embroidery by the Union Finance Minister during the budget session as a respect for the art and culture of Bihar. He said that it was not just a garment, but also an identity of the rich cultural heritage of Bihar. When this art, which originated from the land of Mother Janaki, reached the stage of Parliament, it was a proud moment for Bihar.

Expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister and Finance Minister
The minister said that he is grateful to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for accelerating the development of Bihar. He expressed confidence that this budget will play an important role in making every sector of Bihar prosperous and will provide new opportunities to the citizens of the state.