New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has presented the much-anticipated Union Budget for the financial year 2025-26 in Parliament. As India navigates through economic challenges and opportunities, this budget aims to drive economic stability, infrastructure growth, and job creation while ensuring fiscal discipline.
This is the final full-year budget before the 2026 general elections, making it crucial for shaping India’s economic trajectory and policy roadmap.
Key Highlights of Union Budget 2025-26
📌 Taxation & Fiscal Reforms
✔ No change in personal income tax slabs for salaried individuals.
✔ Reduction in corporate tax rates to boost private investments.
✔ Higher exemption limits for small businesses and startups.
✔ Digital tax incentives for tech startups and MSMEs.
📌 Infrastructure & Urban Development
✔ ₹10 lakh crore allocated for infrastructure development under PM Gati Shakti.
✔ Expansion of highway and railway projects for improved connectivity.
✔ 100 new smart cities to receive funding for urban renewal and digital transformation.
📌 Agriculture & Rural Development
✔ ₹2.5 lakh crore allocation for agricultural growth and irrigation projects.
✔ Special incentives for organic farming and Agri-tech startups.
✔ Increased MSP (Minimum Support Price) for farmers.
📌 Healthcare & Social Welfare
✔ Expansion of Ayushman Bharat health scheme to cover senior citizens & disabled individuals.
✔ ₹1.5 lakh crore dedicated to rural healthcare infrastructure.
✔ Introduction of nutrition programs for underprivileged children.
📌 Digital Economy & Startups
✔ Strengthening AI, fintech, and blockchain technology sectors.
✔ New incentives for IT & digital startups.
✔ Focus on 5G expansion and data privacy regulations.
📌 Defense & Security
✔ ₹6 lakh crore allocated for defense modernization and cybersecurity.
✔ Boosting Make in India initiative for indigenous weapon production.
📌 Green Energy & Sustainability
✔ ₹3 lakh crore for renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, and hydrogen energy.
✔ New carbon credit policies to reduce industrial pollution.
Economic Impact & Future Outlook
The budget prioritizes economic resilience, industrial growth, and inclusive development. Experts believe these policies will strengthen India’s GDP growth rate, ensuring stability ahead of the elections.
Stay updated for further insights into sector-wise benefits, taxation changes, and financial planning.
