Feb 1, 2025
Nirmala Sitharaman, the Finance Minister of India, has set sartorial goals with her elegant collection of sarees during the Budget sessions.
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Each year, she showcases sarees from different Indian states, reflecting the rich handloom heritage. Here's a look at her iconic saree looks over the years.
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In her maiden budget presentation, Sitharaman flaunted a simple pink Mangalagiri saree with a gold border. She also replaced the traditional briefcase with a 'bahi khata'.
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In 2020, the minister opted for a bright yellow-gold silk saree. Yellow is considered sacred and symbolizes prosperity.
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In 2021, she picked up a red and off-white silk Pochampally saree with ikat patterns and a green border. The saree highlighted the intricate ikat patterns, showcasing craftsmanship from Telangana.
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In 2022, she chose a rust and maroon Bomkai saree from Odisha. These saris are known for their unique weaving style from the Sonepur district.
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In this year, her choice was a crisp red-coloured saree with off-white detailing and a gold border.
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In 2024, Sitharaman wore a white saree with violet border marking her seventh consecutive budget, breaking the record of Morarji Desai's presentation of six consecutive budgets.
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For her record eighth consecutive Union Budget presentation, the minister chose an off-white handloom silk saree that featured fish-themed embroidery and a golden border, paying tribute to the traditional Madhubani Art from Bihar.
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For her record eighth consecutive Union Budget presentation, the minister chose an off-white handloom silk saree that featured fish-themed embroidery and a golden border, paying tribute to the traditional Madhubani Art from Bihar.
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