<h1>Finance Minister Criticizes Opposition's Budget Response, Highlights BJP's Commitment to Middle-Class Aid and Financial Reforms</h1> Finance Minister criticized the opposition, particularly the Congress, for failing to find faults in the 2025-26 Budget. She accused the Kerala and West Bengal governments of financial mismanagement and claimed the BJP-led government is committed to benefiting common citizens. The minister rebuked opposition parties for not adequately serving their states and highlighted the BJP's efforts to support Kerala financially. She emphasized the Budget's income tax relief and credited Prime Minister Modi for directing focus on aiding the middle class. The Finance Bill 2025 was returned to the Lok Sabha with amendments, including the removal of a 6% digital tax.