The Union Budget 2024-2025 has garnered mixed reactions, with BJP state president Annamalai criticizing Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin for boycotting the Niti Aayog meeting while defending the budget's allocations to Tamil Nadu. In Karnataka, the budget was praised for its focus on MSMEs and women's empowerment but criticized for lacking concessions for common taxpayers. Haryana's opposition leaders expressed disappointment over the budget's neglect of their state and lack of relief for farmers and the middle class. Kerala leaders and traders voiced frustration over the budget's neglect of their state's key sectors, despite acknowledging its growth-oriented strategies. Additionally, Kerala Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal criticized the Economic Survey for not addressing issues like poverty, unemployment, and inflation effectively.