Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik today praised the Odisha Budget 2019-20 saying that aspirations of people of the state have been reflected in the budget.

Patnaik said two major manifesto promises-- expansion of KALIA scheme and inclusion of all eligible farmers, landless labourers and sharecroppers; and health cover for women up to Rs 10 lakh-- have been fulfilled in the budget.

"I am happy to note that funds have been allocated for Odia university as well as restoration works for FANI. Overall it is a pro-farmer, pro-women, pro-poor and growth oriented budget," the CM said.

"I congratulate the Finance Minister for presenting a progressive budget with strong focus on development to accelerate the inclusive growth," he added.