Budget 2024: Explore Nirmala Sitharaman’s Saree Choices Through Budget Sessions

As Budget 2024 approaches, take a look at Nirmala Sitharaman’s evolving saree choices over the years. From her striking debut in 2019 to her latest elegant selection, her sarees reflect both tradition and style, showcasing a blend of cultural heritage and personal flair through each Budget session.

For her sixth Budget speech, Nirmala Sitharaman wore a blue tussar silk saree adorned with kantha handiwork, paired with a golden-hued blouse, blending elegance with tradition.

Last year, she opted for a traditional red saree with a temple border, reflecting her appreciation for cultural heritage.

In 2022, Sitharaman donned a Bomkai saree, showcasing traditional craftsmanship from the village of Bomkai in Odisha’s Ganjam district.

For the 2021 Budget, she chose a red and off-white Pochampally saree, renowned for its unique patterns from Pochampally village in Hyderabad.

In 2020, Sitharaman wore a yellow-gold silk saree with a blue border and matching blouse. The bright yellow symbolized prosperity and hope for economic recovery during the pandemic.

For her first Budget announcement in 2019, Nirmala Sitharaman made a notable entrance in a pink Mangalgiri saree with a gold border. This event was significant as it was the first time she chose to carry a 'bahi-khata' instead of the traditional briefcase.