Congress leaders on Thursday paid tribute to former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary at Veer Bhumi in the national capital, remembering him as a visionary leader who worked for the country’s youth and technological progress. (Pics/PTI)

As officials and staff of the Finance Ministry gear up to present Union Budget 2025 on Saturday, February 1, here are India's longest-serving Finance Ministers, including those who never got an opportunity to present the Budget (Pics/ Midday file, X)