Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2024-25, maintaining the paperless tradition with a digital tablet in a 'bahi-khata' style pouch, continuing her break from colonial practices. Notably, the budget did not address the Indian Railways, a significant departure from previous years, instead focusing on states like Bihar and Andhra Pradesh. Sitharaman's sartorial choices for budget presentations have consistently featured handloom sarees from various Indian regions, reflecting her appreciation for traditional textiles.