<h1>Leaders Criticize Budget for Ignoring Inflation, Call for Economic Boost and Food Security Expansion</h1> A Congress leader criticized the Union Budget for not addressing inflation and unemployment, urging the government to enhance economic activity and increase people's disposable income. He noted that the income tax measures would only benefit a small percentage of the population and called for expanded food security and reduced GST on essentials. A CPI (ML) Liberation MP labeled the budget as 'pro-rich,' noting cuts in agriculture and education. A TMC member claimed the budget favored Bihar due to upcoming elections, while an SP member highlighted farmer indebtedness and urged for a debt waiver. Conversely, JD-U and RLD members believed the budget benefits all societal sections.