Finance Minister to Use Part B to Outline Economic Vision
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget 2026–27 on February 1. According to officials familiar with the plan, the Finance Minister will use Part B of the Budget speech to outline India’s broader economic direction, marking a departure from past practice.
Breaking From Past Convention
Traditionally, Part A of the Budget speech has been used to present the government’s economic vision and policy priorities, while Part B focused mainly on tax proposals and legislative changes. This year, the government is expected to use Part B to spell out long-term economic goals, reform priorities, and the roadmap for sustained growth.
What to Expect
Sitharaman’s upcoming Budget will be her ninth consecutive presentation in Parliament. The speech is expected to combine fiscal measures with a clearer articulation of the government’s medium- and long-term economic strategy, including growth drivers, investment priorities, and structural reforms. The Budget will continue to follow the paperless format adopted in recent years.
Economists and market participants are likely to track the speech closely for signals on future policy direction beyond immediate tax and spending announcements.
