Budget 2024: Internet reacts with memes after FM Sitharaman’s big allocations for Bihar and Andhra Pradesh
2024 Budget: Sitharaman's presentation clearly struck a chord with the public, showcasing how even serious budget matters can become a source of internet humour. As the internet continues to buzz with memes and commentary, it’s clear that while bu...

The playful online buzz kicked off when Sitharaman unveiled the budget, announcing a hefty Rs 15,000 crore for Andhra Pradesh, as the government aims to meet its commitments under the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act. The response was swift and humorous, with many memes poking fun at the seemingly generous financial boost.
The tongue-in-cheek humour reflected the surprise and amusement of netizens at the scale of the funding.
For Bihar, despite the Centre’s refusal to grant Bihar special category status, this significant budgetary support was seen as a major win for the state. The internet couldn’t resist making light of the situation, with memes imagining Bihar's roads being paved with gold.
The Finance Minister's announcements were met with a mix of admiration and satire online. The memes ranged from playful jabs about the states getting "luxury treatment" to creative spins on what the funds might accomplish.
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