As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents her seventh consecutive budget and the first of Modi 3.0, her sarees have continued to capture attention each year. From intricate traditional embroidery to vibrant colors, Sitharaman’s saree choices on Budget Day have become a highlight of the presentation. Here’s a look back at her iconic saree selections over the years.
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- Union Budget 2024: Nirmala Sitharaman wore a white silk saree with magenta borders and golden motifs, paired with a magenta blouse.
- Interim Budget 2024: For the interim budget, she chose a blue and cream tussar saree featuring traditional Kantha stitch work from West Bengal, Odisha, and Tripura.
- Union Budget 2023: Sitharaman donned a vermilion red silk saree with a black and gold temple border, featuring handwoven ilkal and Navalagunda embroidery from Karnataka.
- Union Budget 2022: She wore a rusty brown Bomkai saree with off-white borders.
- Union Budget 2021: Sitharaman opted for a red Pochampally silk saree with off-white detailing and a gold border, showcasing traditional weaving techniques from Telangana.
- Union Budget 2020: The Finance Minister chose a yellow-gold silk saree with a blur border.
- Union Budget 2019: For her first budget presentation, she wore a warm-pink Mangalgiri saree with a bold border, marking a significant year as the budget documents were carried in a Bahi khata.
- Union Budget 2019 Significance: This year marked a shift in tradition with the budget documents being presented in a Bahi khata for the first time.
- Saree Choices as Tradition: Each year, Sitharaman’s saree selection has become an anticipated part of the Budget Day presentation.
- Symbolism and Craftsmanship: Her sarees often highlight traditional Indian weaving techniques and regional craftsmanship, adding cultural significance to the Budget Day.
