Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar claims he never promised to increase the payout under the Ladki Bahin Scheme. Pawar presented his eleventh budget as Maharashtra’s Finance Minister for 2025-26. Opposition leaders like Uddhav Thackeray had dared the government to fulfill its promise. The budget has brought unpleasant news for the transport sector, as the Motor Vehicle Tax has been increased across various categories. A 6 percent tax will be levied on electric vehicles costing above ₹30 lakh. A one percent tax hike has also been proposed for CNG and LPG vehicles. The government has planned to simplify tax payments by introducing an ‘e-stamp certificate,’ which will enable citizens to make online payments. The opposition protested against the budget, with MVA MLAs sitting on the stairs of Vidhan Bhavan and shouting slogans for around half an hour. Congress leader Nana Patole called it a hollow budget and highlighted that no relief had been granted to drought-affected farmers. According to Pawar, the government aims to make Maharashtra a $1.5 trillion economy by 2047.