It is possible that the final Budget architecture may be at variance with the comments.
Many argue there's a mismatch between Prime Minister Narendra Modi's focus on international exposure and his government's diktat to officials on limiting travel.
The notes argue that it will widen the talent base available to govt to deliver increasingly complex services to a demanding population.
From Swachh Bharat to spearheading the Make in India campaign, the PMO seems to be at the centre of all policies, writes Nivedita Mookerji.