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India's core infrastructure and energy sectors have presented Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman with a detailed pre-budget wish list. Key demands include higher capital allocations, cheaper financing, and significant reforms for project execution. The solar industry seeks increased funding, domestic manufacturing support via PLI, and solar scheme boosts. Roads and highways are pushing for continued high capital expenditure and faster approvals, while the shipping sector eyes green technology incentives and infrastructure status for vessels. The proposals aim to accelerate development and reduce reliance on imports.