CNBC-TV18 Budget Ballot Box: Mumbai’s MBA students discuss their budget 2024 expectations

As the anticipation builds around Budget 2024, CNBC-TV18 took a unique approach to gauge the pulse of the nation’s youth. Placing ballot boxes at various strategic points across cities, including Mumbai, the initiative sought to capture the aspirations and concerns of citizens directly. Among those eager to voice their expectations were the MBA students of Mumbai’s esteemed K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management.

When asked about their views on the current unemployment scenario and their salary expectations, the students articulated a mix of optimism and apprehension. “There is a fear of uncertainty that lingers,” remarked one student cautiously. “The job market is undeniably competitive, but I believe we are moving towards better opportunities,” another student added optimistically.

The students expressed concern about the prolonged market downturn, stating, “The fear has begun to set in. Despite earning a master’s degree, the prospect of securing a well-placed job is daunting.”

This sentiment was echoed by others, with one student sharing their anxieties about future employment, “The thought of entering the real world post-completion of graduation is daunting. While I believe placements will happen, the prevailing market conditions may impact salary expectations.”

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to unveil Budget 2024, these insights from Mumbai’s MBA students offer a poignant reminder of the aspirations and apprehensions shaping the youth’s expectations from India’s economic policies. Their voices reflect not just individual concerns but also broader hopes for a robust job market and sustainable economic growth in the coming fiscal year.

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First Published: 

Jul 17, 2024 12:11 AM

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