Do not play politics over Budget: Rijiju

New Delhi: Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday said the Union Budget is focused on growth and development, and slammed the Opposition parties for “playing politics” over it. Asked about the Opposition parties’ claim that the Budget had nothing for the common people, Rijiju told reporters, “All the provisions have been made for the common people only. If those in the Opposition do not consider themselves common people, what can we do?” Asserting that the Budget for 2026-27 is focused on growth and development, the minister said, “The country is happy. I believe there is no scope to criticise this Budget. Still, if someone criticises it, it must be politically motivated.”