The budget has received mixed reactions. While industries and commerce chambers have praised its focus on growth and industrial development, some citizens and government employees expressed disappointment over unmet expectations, such as the non-restoration of the Old Pension Scheme. The fiscal health of Tamil Nadu remains precarious, with the cost of fulfilling election promises like free electricity and crop loan waivers estimated at ₹7,480 crore. Experts warn that these measures could strain the state's finances further, especially given the need for targeted support for distressed farmers in water-deficit regions.