Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized the government's focus on policies to make India a manufacturing and investment hub, aiming not only for the domestic market but also for exports. Speaking on Elon Musk's postponed visit, Sitharaman highlighted the government's efforts to attract big companies. She also discussed inflation, employment, and the rule for larger companies to pay MSMEs within 45 days. Gujarat's role in attracting FDI and its readiness for semiconductor manufacturing were also highlighted.