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Artist Creates Stunning Charcoal Sketch of Nirmala Sitharaman for Budget 2026

A local artist from Amroha, Zuhaib Khan, has created a detailed charcoal sketch of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to mark the presentation of the Union Budget 2026. The artwork symbolically incorporates elements representing India's economic priorities, including defence, agriculture, and financial inclusion. Sitharaman's presentation today equals the record for the most consecutive budgets, matching former Finance Minister P. Chidambaram. The budget was approved by the Union Cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, following traditional pre-budget rituals with President Droupadi Murmu.

Key Points: Charcoal Sketch of Nirmala Sitharaman for Union Budget 2026

  • Historic 9th consecutive budget
  • Symbolic artwork of economy
  • Equals Chidambaram's record
  • Paperless 'bahi-khata' tradition
  • Cabinet approval by PM Modi
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Amroha: Charcoal artist creates stunning sketch of Nirmala Sitharaman for Union Budget 2026

Amroha artist Zuhaib Khan creates a symbolic charcoal portrait of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman ahead of her historic budget presentation.

"a striking charcoal sketch to commemorate this pivotal event - Local Artist Zuhaib Khan"

Amroha, February 1

As the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2026, a local artist, Zuhaib Khan, has made a striking charcoal sketch to commemorate this pivotal event.

The artwork, crafted in anticipation of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's ninth consecutive budget presentation, features symbolic representations of India's economy and governance.

At the heart of the sketch is a black-and-white portrait of Sitharaman, who is depicted in her signature style: draped in a traditional saree and holding the red folder, which has become synonymous with her "bahi-khata" digital tablet for the paperless Budget presentation.

Key elements of India's development priorities are highlighted, including a gold-colored rupee coin, symbols of the defence sector, urban infrastructure, agriculture, and financial inclusion.

Sitharaman, who presents the budget today in the Lok Sabha, marks a historic moment by equaling P. Chidambaram's record for the most consecutive Union Budgets.

The Union Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the Union Budget 2026-27 following a meeting in Parliament.

Earlier, President Droupadi Murmu offered 'dahi-cheeni' (curd and sugar) to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman when she arrived at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary was also present on the occasion.

Clad in a handwoven Kancheevaram silk saree, the Finance Minister was seen discussing the contours of the Budget proposals with the President.

Ahead of her arrival at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Sitharaman was seen carrying her trademark 'bahi-khata', a tablet wrapped in a red-coloured cloth bearing a golden-coloured national emblem on it.

- ANI

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Priya S
Wow, this is incredible talent from Amroha! The detail in the charcoal sketch is amazing. It's so heartening to see local artists getting recognition for celebrating national events. Art and culture truly bind us together. More power to Zuhaib!
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Rohit P
A fitting tribute to a Finance Minister who is making history. Equalling Chidambaram's record is no small feat. The sketch beautifully incorporates the key sectors - from defence to agriculture. Hope the actual budget delivers for the common man as powerfully as this artwork.
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Anjali F
The tradition of 'dahi-cheeni' for good luck is such a beautiful Indian touch before the budget. The artist has captured the elegance of the Kancheevaram saree perfectly. While I appreciate the art, I do hope the budget focuses more on job creation and controlling inflation for middle-class families like mine.
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Michael C
Fascinating read from an international perspective. The blend of digital tablet ('bahi-khata') with traditional rituals like curd & sugar shows India's unique path of modernizing while holding onto its culture. The artwork seems to symbolize that duality very well.
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Karthik V
Talent like this needs to be supported! Government should have schemes to promote such artists who document our national milestones. Instead of just talking about 'soft power', we should actively fund it. Great job, Zuhaib bhai!

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