Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman honoured Tamil Nadu’s rich weaving legacy by wearing a handwoven Kanchipuram (Kanjeevaram) silk saree on Budget Day 2026 as she arrived to present the Union Budget 2026–27 in Parliament. The traditional attire reflects pride in India’s indigenous textile heritage and showcases the craftsmanship of the country’s handloom artisans. Her choice this.
