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Member of Parliament Jyotiraditya Scindia speaks in support of Finance Minister P. Chidambaram while discussing the Budget. Scindia highlights measures he attributes to the Budget in agriculture, education and healthcare. He specifically mentions exemptions from excise duty for agricultural implements and tractors. Scindia also refers to the government’s stated focus on fiscal consolidation and reducing the revenue deficit in the coming year. The scene shows Scindia speaking about the Budget and its proposed economic measures. Jyotiraditya Scindia: “Whether it is in the field of agriculture, education or healthcare, he has demonstrated his commitment through the measures announced in the Budget. In the area of excise duty as well, agricultural implements and tractors have been completely e