As the Budget Session of Parliament began, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended the President’s Address, stating it effectively outlined the vision for a developed and self-reliant India. Modi emphasized the importance of the address in setting the policy direction for the nation’s development journey. He highlighted the progress India has made and the roadmap for the future, focusing on themes like innovation, good governance, and support for farmers and youth.
The Budget Session opened with President Murmu delivering her address to both Houses of Parliament, marking the start of a significant period in the Parliamentary calendar. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Economic Survey followed by the Union Budget. President Murmu’s speech reflected on India’s advancements and cultural heritage, projecting 2026 as a crucial year in India’s journey towards development. She underscored the importance of historical remembrance in shaping the present and future, citing examples like the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji and the birth anniversaries of Birsa Munda, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and Bharat Ratna Bhupen Hazarika.
An all-party meeting, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, set the tone for the session, with leaders discussing their priorities. The Congress party highlighted its focus on people-centric issues, including electoral concerns, paddy procurement, and aspects of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act.
