He acknowledged the government's commitment to providing employment opportunities and support measures such as the extension of the free food grain scheme till 2028 and said it underscored the efforts to sustain rural consumption, enhance quality of living and contain inflation.
"We look forward to initiatives encouraging private-sector investments in infrastructure, which will not only create jobs but also boost productivity," Gupta said, adding that digital adoption and entrepreneurship are poised to drive job creation and economic growth, supported by policies that promote innovation and efficiency.
"We are optimistic that Budget 2024-25 will set the stage for a resilient economic recovery, empowering businesses, and will contribute to India's growth trajectory," he added.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to present the full budget for 2024-25 on July 23.
Published 12 July 2024, 13:34 IST