"Initially, there was some doubt with regard to what the FM had said about fixing MSP of kharif crops . That had to be clarified," a professional said. He added that the loudest cheer, however, came when the FM announced the National Health Protection scheme to cover 10 crore poor households. "The announcement of the health scheme drowned out all other discussions. The in-house developed software had made a trial run by studying people's reaction to the Economic Survey.Among the other announcements that created a buzz were those to start 24 medical colleges, the highest-ever allocation in the history of Indian Railways, push to rural economy and infrastructure development, and building of toilets.

Source: Economic Times February 02, 2018 18:39 UTC