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BJP Leaders Hail Tax-Neutral Budget's Focus on Karnataka Railways, Tourism

BJP leader R Ashoka welcomed the Union Budget 2026, praising its tax-neutral nature and specific provisions for Karnataka, including railway programs and tourism. Fellow BJP leader Chalavadi Narayanaswamy termed it a "3C budget" emphasizing continuity, credibility, and commitment. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the budget as a strong foundation for India's journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. He emphasized that the budget focuses on fiscal discipline, infrastructure like high-speed rail, and investing in the capabilities of citizens.

Key Points: Karnataka BJP Leaders Praise Union Budget 2026's Railway, Tourism Focus

  • Tax-neutral budget with no new taxes
  • Railway projects and tourism boost for Karnataka
  • Emphasis on fiscal deficit control and high growth
  • Focus on skill development and citizen capabilities
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BJP's R Ashoka hails railways, tourism focus for Karnataka in Union Budget

BJP's R Ashoka welcomes tax-neutral budget, highlighting railway projects, sandalwood, and tourism for Karnataka. PM Modi calls it a foundation for Viksit Bharat.

"This Budget is a strong foundation for the flight to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. - Narendra Modi"

Bengaluru, February 1

Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka Assembly, R Ashoka, on Sunday welcomed the Union Budget 2026, praising Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for presenting a tax-neutral budget and highlighting key provisions for Karnataka, including railways, sandalwood plantation and tourism.

Speaking to ANI, "I congratulate Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. It is a very good budget. There are no extra taxes on anything. A good decision has been taken by the finance minister... For Karnataka, we are getting the railway program, sandalwood plantation, and tourism... I welcome this budget."

BJP leader Chalavadi Narayanaswamy termed the Union Budget 2026 a "3C budget," as it emphasised continuity, credibility and commitment.

"As mentioned, this is a 3C budget: continuity, credibility, and commitment... This is a very good budget, we can say... Rs 53.5 lakh crores is the budget. So, they have given weightage to the railways at the same time as the coconut growers, farmers, animal husbandry... There is no customs now," Narayanaswamy told ANI.

Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the Union Budget 2026-27 as a "strong foundation" for India's journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047, saying it would provide fresh energy and speed to the 'reform express' on which the country is riding.

Addressing the nation, PM Modi said, "This Budget is a strong foundation for the flight to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. This Budget will provide fresh energy and speed to the 'reform express' on which India is riding today. The path-breaking reforms provide an open sky to the courageous, talented youth of India. Our effort has been to continuously strengthen skill, scale, and sustainability."

PM Modi emphasised that citizens are the greatest asset and that the government has made unprecedented investments to enhance their capabilities. "A country's greatest asset is its citizens. In recent years, our government has made unprecedented investments in enhancing the capabilities of our citizens," he said.

Highlighting the fiscal and economic strategy, the Prime Minister added, "This is one such unique budget which has a focus on bringing down fiscal deficit, on bringing inflation under control and with this, the budget also has the combination of high CapEx and high growth."

Highlighting the need to strengthen infrastructure and several major initiatives, PM Modi further added that the construction of high-speed rail corridors and a special focus on the growth of tier 2 and tier 3 cities, would develop the states.

- ANI

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Rahul R
"Tax-neutral" is the best part. With prices of everything from petrol to vegetables so high, the last thing we needed was more taxes. At least this budget doesn't add to the burden. Hope the high CapEx translates into real jobs on the ground.
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David E
The focus on tier 2 and tier 3 cities is crucial for balanced development. As someone who moved from a metro to a smaller city for work, I can see the potential here. High-speed rail connecting these cities could be a game-changer.
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Aditya G
All these big visions are good, but what about controlling inflation today? My monthly budget is stretched thin. The budget talks about bringing it under control, but we need to see action. Promises don't put food on the table.
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Sneha F
The '3C budget' - continuity, credibility, commitment. Sounds good on paper. Hope the commitment part is real for Karnataka. We often feel sidelined in central schemes after elections are over. Let's see the actual fund flow and project starts.
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Karthik V
Tourism focus for Karnataka is brilliant! We have so much untapped potential beyond just Hampi and Coorg. Better rail connectivity can really boost places like Chikmagalur, Gokarna, and the ruins in Vijayapura. A solid step forward. 👍

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