Industry leaders and economists gathered in Kolkata to discuss the Union Budget 2024-25. Sandeep Kumar from CII West Bengal highlighted the 17% increase in capital expenditure and the focus on youth skilling initiatives. Debasish Dutta appreciated the formation of trade clusters and emphasized the need to boost inland water transport. Subir Chakraborty, former President of The Bengal Chamber, commended the budget's support for MSMEs and the government's effort to skill the workforce. Additionally, the Indian Chamber of Commerce praised the budget's long-term sustainable development plans and its provision for enhanced credit guarantees for MSMEs.
