Mumbai: The interim budget evoked a mixed response in Mumbai, with some citizens calling it historic, while few others saying it was “disappointing” and meant to appease voters keeping upcoming elections in mind. City-based chartered accountant Nagesh Dubey welcomed the budget saying its provisions will bring “achhe din”. “
Steps taken for medical assistance to masses, education to all and cleanliness as revolution will surely improve the living standard. Tax relief to middle class and salaried class, emphasis on getting income tax returns processed within 24 hours are welcome steps that will bring achhe din for the tax payers,” he said.
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Retd railway officer O P Sharma said senior citizens would benefit. “The rebate of `5 lakh to the pensioners is the icing on the cake. TDS threshold on bank FD interest has been raised from `10,000 to `40,000. Nothing could have been better than this for the elderly,” he said.