The Budget Session of Parliament is set to kick off with President Droupadi Murmu addressing both Houses. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to present the Budget on February 1, which falls on a rare Sunday, necessitating special arrangements. The Economic Survey, offering a detailed overview of the economy, is scheduled to be presented to Parliament on January 29.
The summoning of both Houses for the Budget Session 2026 was approved by President Droupadi Murmu following the government’s recommendation, as announced by Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju. The session will run from January 28 to April 2, with a break from February 13 to March 9, emphasizing meaningful debates and people-centric governance. This session is crucial, leading up to the presentation of the Union Budget for the financial year 2026-27.
The two-phase structure of the session allows for initial discussions on the Budget and other significant matters, followed by in-depth scrutiny in standing committees during the recess, before final debates and passage of financial bills. This parliamentary event is pivotal as the government focuses on economic growth, fiscal stability, and tackling challenges in areas like infrastructure, employment, and sustainability. Parliamentarians from various parties are expected to engage in thorough discussions on taxation, public spending, and policy changes, with the session comprising 30 sittings.
