Budget Battle: Heated Exchange Between BJP-Led MCD and AAP

In a heated MCD meeting, opposition leader Ankush Narang criticized the BJP-led budget as a 'paper-based betrayal,' lacking concrete plans for key issues like pollution and healthcare. Standing Committee Chair Satya Sharma rejected these accusations, claiming the budget supports financial growth and civic welfare.

The BJP-led Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) clashed over the upcoming budget in a contentious session on Tuesday.

Leader of Opposition Ankush Narang voiced strong criticism, calling the budget a 'betrayal' that failed to address air pollution, sanitation, education, and health care. He accused the MCD of presenting a superficial budget that lacks vision and concrete action plans.

In defense, Standing Committee Chair Satya Sharma labeled Narang's objections as 'misleading,' stating that the budget advances financial stability and provides concrete benefits for the city's infrastructure and ecological health. Both parties traded accusations, highlighting a deep divide on governance priorities.

(With inputs from agencies.)