Highlights from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's reply in Lok Sabha

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed questions in Lok Sabha, comparing UPA's FY14 expenditure to current spending and clarifying state budget allocations. She assured all states are funded, responded to criticisms of Adani and Ambani, and detailed PM Kisan disbursements. Sitharaman criticised Karnataka and West Bengal CMs for fund usage, emphasised inclusivity in the budget, and highlighted capex growth and sectoral allocations for development and employment.