Congress Leader Slams BJP Over Budget, Calls MP Its 'Maternal Home'

• Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the 2026-27 budget in Parliament on Sunday.
• Madhya Pradesh Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar criticized the budget, alleging cuts in central taxes and discrimination against MP.
• Singhar stated that BJP, despite calling Madhya Pradesh its 'maternal home,' has forgotten its people, citing reduced funds for tribal and Dalit projects.
• He highlighted cuts in the Jal Jeevan Mission and lack of budget provision for Simhastha, despite BJP's focus on Hindu religion.
• Madhya Pradesh Finance Minister Jagdish Deora praised the budget, stating it reflects PM Modi's vision for a developed India by 2047, and dismissed opposition criticism as baseless.

Why It Matters: Congress leader Umang Singhar criticized the Union Budget, accusing BJP of neglecting Madhya Pradesh despite its 'maternal home' claims.