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UP Artist Creates 6-Ft Nirmala Sitharaman Mural to Mark Historic 9th Budget

An artist from Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, created a large six-foot sketch of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on a wall to mark the presentation of the Union Budget. The artwork, made with charcoal, incorporates symbols like wheat grains, a happy family, and a soldier to represent national progress. The budget was presented after approval by the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Sitharaman presented her ninth consecutive budget, continuing her practice of using a digital tablet in a traditional 'bahi-khata' pouch.

Key Points: Giant Nirmala Sitharaman Sketch for Budget by UP Artist

  • 6-foot charcoal mural of FM
  • Created by UP artist Juhaib Khan
  • Depicts wheat, family, soldier
  • Marks Sitharaman's 9th budget
  • Budget presented after Cabinet nod
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Giant 6-ft artwork of Nirmala Sitharaman created by UP artist for budget day

An Amroha artist creates a 6-foot charcoal mural of FM Nirmala Sitharaman on Budget Day, depicting national progress themes.

"Through this sketch, I hope that the country continues to progress and reaches new heights. - Juhaib Khan"

Amroha, Feb 1

An artist from Uttar Pradesh's Amroha, Juhaib Khan, created a six-foot sketch of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on a wall as the Union Budget 2026 is being presented.

Speaking to IANS, Juhaib Khan said, "I create paintings based on real events using charcoal. As the budget is being presented today and Nirmala Sitharaman is presenting it for the ninth time, I decided to make a six-foot sketch of her."

In the artwork, Khan has depicted wheat grains, a happy family, and a battle-ready soldier among other things. "Through this sketch, I hope that the country continues to progress and reaches new heights," he said.

Earlier in the day, the Cabinet approved the Union Budget 2026-27 during a meeting in Parliament chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

A meeting of the Union Cabinet was held at Sansad Bhawan at 10 a.m., and after the Cabinet's approval, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proceeded to Parliament to present the Budget.

Earlier, FM Sitharaman met President Droupadi Murmu and offered her a copy of the digital budget.

The President also offered 'dahi-cheeni' (curd and sugar) to Sitharaman when she arrived at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. The Finance Minister was seen carrying her trademark 'bahi-khata', a tablet wrapped in a red-coloured cloth bearing a golden-coloured national emblem on it.

Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary, Chief Economic Advisor Dr V. Anantha Nageswaran, Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) Chairman Ravi Agrawal and other officials were seen accompanying the Finance Minister.

Sitharaman is presenting her ninth consecutive Union Budget in the Lok Sabha. In 2021, she switched to using a digital tablet to carry the Budget papers, further promoting a modern and eco-friendly approach.

The 'bahi-khata' is a red pouch that holds the digital tablet containing the Budget documents.

FM Sitharaman first replaced the old leather briefcase, a symbol inherited from British times, with the traditional bahi-khata in 2019.

Two years later, in 2021, she switched to using a digital tablet to carry the Budget papers, further promoting a modern and eco-friendly approach.

This year, Sitharaman opted for a deep maroon Kanjeevaram saree from Tamil Nadu. The saree featured a deep maroon base with a contrasting border and subtle gold detailing, paired with a yellow blouse.

- IANS

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Sarah B
The cultural touches in the budget presentation are so interesting. The 'dahi-cheeni' for good luck, the Kanjeevaram saree, and the bahi-khata tablet cover blend tradition with modernity perfectly. It's a unique Indian signature on a formal event.
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Vikram M
While the artwork is nice, I hope the budget itself addresses real issues like inflation and job creation for the youth. The symbolism is good, but we need concrete policies. Let's see what's in the actual document.
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Priya S
Appreciate the artist's effort! It's great to see local talent getting recognition. The shift from the British briefcase to the bahi-khata and now the digital tablet is a small but meaningful step towards owning our narrative. Jai Hind!
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Rohit P
Ninth consecutive budget! That's a record. Madam Finance Minister's consistent presence does bring a sense of stability. The eco-friendly digital approach is also praiseworthy. Hoping for a progressive budget for the middle class.
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Kavya N
The details in the article are lovely - from the saree choice to the rituals. It shows the human side of a high-stakes event. The artist capturing this moment on a wall makes it feel connected to the common people. Well done!

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