LIVE | Unpacking Budget 2025: Nitin Gadkari On Infrastructure And Economic Stimulus

An inspiring session at the India Today-Business Today Budget Round Table 2025 with the dynamic Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport and Highways. Moderated by Sahil Joshi, Managing Editor of Aaj Tak Mumbai Bureau & Mumbai Tak, the discussion focuses on the ambitious capital expenditure (capex) mantra outlined in Budget 2025. In this session, Gadkari talks about the key infrastructure-related announcements made in the Budget, including a significant allocation of ₹1.5 lakh crore in interest-free loans to states for infrastructure projects. He discusses how these investments are designed to create a multiplier effect, driving economic growth and generating demand across various sectors. With a vision for a robust infrastructure framework, the government aims to enhance connectivity and stimulate job creation, ultimately benefiting the middle class and underprivileged communities.