The Union Budget 2026 is scheduled to be presented on Sunday, february 1, 2026, with Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman set to make history by presenting her 8th consecutive budget. Sources from CNBC-TV18 indicate that the government is unlikely to change the schedule, even though the official dates for the Budget Session of Parliament have not yet been announced.
The upcoming budget is expected to focus on several key areas impacting India’s economy:
· Economic Growth: Measures to stimulate growth post-pandemic and support industrial, agricultural, and service sectors.
· Tax Reforms: Possible changes in personal and corporate taxation to encourage investments and ease compliance.
· Infrastructure and Development: Allocation for roads, railways, wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital infrastructure, and urban development projects.
· Social Welfare & Employment: Strengthening schemes related to health, education, and skill development for youth.
· Fiscal Discipline: Ensuring a balance between revenue generation, expenditure, and long-term fiscal sustainability.
Analysts expect that Finance minister Sitharaman may introduce new initiatives for startups, MSMEs, and green energy projects, while continuing to support social programs and wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital transformation initiatives. With her historic 8th consecutive budget, all eyes will be on how she balances growth, fiscal prudence, and social welfare for india in the coming fiscal year.
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