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The Lok Sabha witnessed intense exchanges during the discussion on the Finance Bill 2026, as opposition leaders questioned the relevance of the Union Budget amid global uncertainty. Congress MP Manish Tewari criticised the budget, arguing that shifting geopolitical realities, particularly the West Asia conflict, have altered economic assumptions. He warned that any disruption in the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a severe energy shock, impacting fuel prices and supply chains. Raising concerns over a possible fiscal strain, Tewari sought answers on how the government plans to manage the evolving crisis, as the debate highlighted growing anxiety over India’s economic outlook.