Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Budget Session 2026: Economic Survey Presented
The Indian Parliament's budget session started on 28 January 2026.
The President gave a speech to both houses.
The government presented the Economic Survey on 29 January, which shows that India's economy is growing strongly.
The survey highlights the importance of helping farmers, small businesses, young people, and social welfare.
The Prime Minister said the survey shows India's progress and outlines plans for future growth.
The session will have two parts, with a break in February and ending in April.
The government will discuss important bills and the budget.
The Opposition plans to protest about issues like the VB-GRAMG Act and environmental problems.
The session will also talk about important sectors like defence, railways, and renewable energy.
The government has rejected some Opposition demands for discussions on certain issues.
The President highlighted key achievements, including social security schemes covering 95 crore people and the government's commitment to social justice.
The Opposition protested against the VB-GRAMG Act, demanding its withdrawal and the restoration of MGNREGA.
The Budget session of Parliament began on 28 January 2026 with the President's address to a joint sitting of both Houses.
The Economic Survey was presented on 29 January, highlighting strong macroeconomic fundamentals and sustained growth momentum.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of inclusive development, focusing on farmers, MSMEs, youth employment, and social welfare.
The survey projected India's economy to grow by 6.8-7.2% in the fiscal year starting April 2026, reaffirming its status as the world's fastest-growing major economy.
The session will be held in two parts, with a recess from 13 February to 9 March, and will conclude on 2 April.
- Who
- Indian Parliament, Government, Opposition Parties
- What
- Budget session begins with President's address and presentation of Economic Survey and Union Budget 2026
- When
- 28 January 2026 to 2 April 2026
- Where
- Indian Parliament
- Why
- To discuss and pass key reform bills, present the Union Budget, and address various issues raised by the Opposition
- Session Start Date
- 28 January 2026
- Economic Survey Presentation
- 29 January 2026
- Union Budget 2026 Presentation
- 1 February 2026
- First Half Adjournment
- 13 February 2026
- Second Half Recommencement
- 9 March 2026
- Session Conclusion
- 2 April 2026
- Total Sittings
- 30
- Total Days
- 65
- Pending Bills
- Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, Securities Markets Code, Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill
- Social Security Coverage
- 95 crore people
- Poverty Reduction
- 25 crore people in the last 10 years
- Projected Economic Growth
- 6.8-7.2% for fiscal year 2026-27
- Current Fiscal Growth
- 7.4%
- Potential Growth Forecast
- 7% (revised from 6.5%)
Sources
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