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A sharp exchange between Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan during a session of the Rajya Sabha on Thursday drew attention amid discussions around the Union Budget 2026 and the entertainment industry. The verbal sparring began when Jaya Bachchan interrupted FM
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FAQ :
The main point of contention was the taxation of the entertainment industry and the rising prices of cinema tickets.
Jaya Bachchan implied that the Finance Minister was a 'great storyteller' whose explanations did not address the core issues facing the film sector.
Nirmala Sitharaman firmly responded by stating, 'Vocal cords aren't given only to you,' asserting her right to speak.
FM Sitharaman clarified that entertainment tax and ticket pricing largely fall under the jurisdiction of state governments, not the Centre.
The government is focusing on skill development in animation, visual effects, gaming, and content creation, expanding design institutions, and promoting global engagement in the media and entertainment sector.
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