Sweet Traditions Halwa Ceremony Kicks Off Budget 2025 Lock-In Tonight

The Halwa Ceremony for Budget 2025 is scheduled to take place this evening, and marks an important milestone in the preparation of the Indian Union Budget. It is to be led by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at North Block, as an initiation into the 'lock-in' phase during which officials work in confidentiality, finalizing the budget documents. This annual ritual is not only a celebration of the hard work of the finance team but also involves preparing and sharing halwa, an Indian sweet, as a gesture of appreciation. The Union Budget will be presented on February 1, 2025. 
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