7th Budget: Striking a balance key challenge for Sitharaman

Sitharaman’s Budget balances spending, tax cuts, and fiscal path. Rs 2 lakh crore dividend aids solar scheme; funds needed for PM Modi’s housing subsidy, Aayushman Bharat expansion. Modi 3.0 seeks job creation, private sector investment. BJP allies demand focus on women, farmers. Addresses leaks. 2047 target set, sector hand-holding stressed.