Nirmala Sitharaman's Curd Ritual Before Budget: Tradition Meets Modern Politics
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News18•01-02-2026, 11:47
Nirmala Sitharaman's Curd Ritual Before Budget: Tradition Meets Modern Politics
- •Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman ate curd before presenting the Budget 2026, a tradition initiated by President Droupadi Murmu.
- •Curd is considered auspicious in Indian culture, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune, with mentions in Vedas and Puranas.
- •Eating sweet curd before important tasks is a centuries-old belief for auspicious results and success.
- •Beyond tradition, curd offers health benefits, being rich in protein, calcium, and probiotics, aiding digestion and immunity.
- •Sitharaman's act highlights the coexistence of cultural traditions with modern parliamentary proceedings, sparking social media discussion.
Why It Matters: Nirmala Sitharaman's curd ritual before the budget blends ancient Indian tradition with modern political practice.
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