Indian Parliament 2013 Budget Session - Thursday Feb 21,2013

The Budget Session of Parliament began on Thursday Feb 21,2013 with President Pranab Mukherjee addressing both Houses.
The President in his speech hoped that the Budget Session of Parliament would be productive.
"I hope this session will be productive and peaceful," he said.

Earlier, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh appealed to the Opposition for smooth functioning of Parliament ahead of the Budget Session.

The Budget (Railways) for 2013-2014 will be presented to the Lok Sabha on February 26 immediately after Question Hour. The Economic Survey of India will be laid in the Parliament on February 27. The Budget (General) for 2013 - 2014 will be presented at 11.00 a.m. on February 28,2013