Can India's New Budget Help the Poor Amid the Pandemic?

The video discusses India's budget, highlighting insufficient support for the poor and health sector. It critiques the allocation of funds to infrastructure over essential health services. The video also examines welfare programs like the public distribution system and employment guarantee act, noting their limitations. Finally, it addresses the fiscal deficit, emphasizing the need for revenue generation through taxing the wealthy.

What are the main concerns regarding the budget allocation for health in India?

How does India's public expenditure on health compare to that of its neighbors?

What is the significance of the Road Infrastructure Fund in the context of health spending?

What programs were implemented to support poor people during the pandemic?

What challenges does the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act face in fulfilling its promise?

How has the fiscal deficit impacted the government's ability to address health and welfare needs?

What are the potential avenues for raising revenues in India that have not been explored?