A look at Nirmala Sitharaman's saree choices for Budget sessions over the years

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is known for her love for sarees, which reflects her appreciation for Indian handwoven textiles and crafts.

Published on: Feb 01, 2024 4:08 PM IST

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Nirmala Sitharaman presented her sixth Budget as the Finance Minister on Thursday. From 2019 to 2024, here's a look back at her saree choices during Budget sessions.  (File Photo)

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For her sixth budget speech, Nirmala Sitharaman chose to wear a blue-colored tussar silk saree adorned with kantha handiwork, which she paired with a golden-hued blouse.  (HT Photo/Sanchit Khanna)

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During last year's Budget presentation, Nirmala Sitharaman opted for a traditional red saree with a temple border.  (HT Photo)

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In the 2022 budget session, Sitharaman donned a Bomkai saree, which is known for its origin in the village of Bomkai in Ganjam district, Odisha.  (File Photo)

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In the third budget presentation in 2021, Nirmala Sitharaman wore a red and off-white Pochampally saree, which originates from Pochampally village in Hyderabad.  (HT Photo/Ajay Aggarwal)

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In 2020, Sitharaman wore a yellow-gold silk saree with a blue border and matching blouse. The yellow color symbolizes prosperity, and during the pandemic, it reflected hope for economic growth and development.  (File Photo)

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During the Union Budget announcement in 2019, Nirmala Sitharaman made a statement by wearing a Pink Mangalgiri saree with a gold border. This marked the first time she replaced the traditional briefcase with a 'bahi-khata'.  (PTI)