Nirmala Sitharaman wears traditional off-white saree to present Union Budget 2024

Union Budget 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sithraman, known for her great affinity for traditional sarees, has made her first appearance at the Ministry of Finance before heading to Lok Sabha to present the Union Budget 2024. To present her seventh consecutive Union Budget, Sitharaman chose an off-white coloured silk saree with a broad magenta-colored border.

The attire of the Finance Minister typically showcases her deep-rooted connection to Indian tradition and handwoven craftsmanship. Every year on the occasion of Budget, her saree grabs a special focus and becomes one of the key highlights that reflects Sitharaman’s personality and taste of regional traditions.

Nirmala Sitharaman’s previous budget appearances

On Interim Budget 2024, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman graced the occasion in a blue tussar silk saree, having Kantha embroidery with golden accents. The craft is very renowned in West Bengal. She had accompanied her saree with a golden blouse which looked magnificent on her.

In 2023, the Finance Minister opted for a vibrant color. On the day of the announcement, she wore a vibrant red saree that had having temple border and featured Kasturi embroidery work that represented Karnataka’s Dharawad region. This saree has added a traditional touch to her presentation.

In 2022, Sitharaman had an Odhisha’s designed saree that paid homage to Odhisa’s handloom legacy.  She wore a rust brown Bomkai saree in the union Budget 2022 and this saree has highlighted her promise to promote regional craftsmanship. 

(Source: Republicbiz)