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Budget 2026: Nirmala Sitharaman chooses handloom Kanjeevaram sarees, preserves Tamil Nadu’s tradition, preserves simplicity
Samira Vishwas | February 1, 2026 2:24 PM CST

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s special feature of the saree worn for the budget?
Why does Nirmala Sitharaman always opt for handloom sarees on a budget?
The specialty of Kanjeevaram Kattam sarees?

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Budget of the country Budget Ready to present. This is his ninth budget in a row. Everyone is curious about the presented budget. Nirmala Sitharaman wears handloom sarees from different states while presenting the budget every year. Nirmala Sitharaman always opts for handloom sarees on a budget to give exposure and appeal to the traditional weaves of India and boost the handloom industry. The selection of sarees worn by Nirmala Sitharaman on the Budget Day drew praise for various traditional weaves and fabrics across the country.

Nirmala Sitharaman wearing a hand woven maroon color Kanjeevaram Kattam saree while presenting the budget this year. Inspired by temple architecture and Tamil culture, these designs originated over 400 years ago in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, and often symbolize sacred, defined spaces like padi kolams.(Photo Courtesy – ANI)

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Nirmala Sitharaman wears handloom sarees from different states every year. The budget also makes special provisions to promote the handloom industry. Nirmala Sitharaman always wears handloom sarees. The Kanjeevaram Kattam sarees from Tamil Nadu are considered to be one of the most luxurious silk fabrics in India. This weaving has long been associated with prosperity, art, tradition and prosperity, auspicious beginnings. All the sarees worn during the budget are special.

This year’s Budget Kanjivaram Kattam sarees, handwoven on handlooms in Tamil Nadu, pay homage to India’s roots, highlighting the importance of preserving indigenous handicrafts. Nirmala Sitharaman always opts for handloom sarees for big public events. This promotes local artisans and traditional weaving community. He wore a handloom maroon color sari with a brown border to present the Budget 2026. Along with this, a red ‘bahi khata’ style tablet sleeve was worn instead of a modern briefcase to give the saree a traditional look. She has opted for a yellow color contrast blouse over the bright saree.

The sarees worn by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman between 2021 and 2025 have a special connection with the budget

Nirmala Sitharaman’s sarees worn during the budget are chosen not only for fashion but also to boost the handloom industry in India and provide a national platform to local weavers. Every saree she wears during Batage is special. Handloom sarees using genuine silk threads are famous not only in India but also all over the world.


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