This year's Union Budget 2026 presentation is set to break a 75-year tradition, with the Government of India preparing to overhaul the structure of the Finance Minister's speech, Governmentt sources told NDTV. Historically, Part A of the Budget has carried most of the detailed policy announcements, while Part B served primarily as a shorter segment focused on tax proposals and select updates.
That convention is expected to change this year. According to people familiar with the matter, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is likely to devote unprecedented detail and emphasis to Part B, making it the most closely watched portion of the speech. The section is expected to serve not just as a tax policy outline but as a broader statement on India's economic direction.
Part B will reportedly articulate both short-term priorities aimed at immediate economic stability and long-term objectives that will shape India's growth trajectory as the country moves deeper into the second quarter of the 21st century, the sources added.
Beyond macroeconomic positioning, the segment is also expected to present a roadmap to elevate India's local strengths on the global stage. The government may use this platform to highlight sectors where India already holds competitive advantages, while projecting the nation's economic potential over the coming decades.
Given the redesigned format and its strategic intent, Part B of the Budget Speech is likely to draw heightened attention from economists, market participants, and global experts, who will be watching closely for directional cues on reforms, growth priorities, and India's emerging role in a shifting global economy.
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