New Delhi, Jan 30: India’s Union Budget for 2026–27 will be presented in Parliament on Sunday, 1 February, marking a rare weekend presentation and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s ninth consecutive Budget speech.
When and Where to Watch
The Budget session can be viewed live via Sansad TV’s YouTube channel, streaming proceedings in multiple languages for both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. Doordarshan (DD) will also broadcast live coverage from Parliament.
In addition, the presentation will be streamed on the official Union Budget website (indiabudget.gov.in), the Finance Ministry’s social media handles, and the Press Information Bureau’s verified channels, providing broad digital access.
Halwa Ceremony and Final Preparations
The traditional Halwa ceremony was held on 27 January at the Budget Press in North Block, signalling the start of the ‘lock-in’ period. During this time, officials drafting the Budget remain cut off from outside contact to ensure confidentiality. Finance Minister Sitharaman and State Minister Pankaj Chaudhary attended the event and reviewed final arrangements.
Accessing Budget 2026 Documents
All Budget documents, including the Annual Financial Statement, Demand for Grants, and the Finance Bill, will be released in digital format immediately after the speech.
These will be accessible through:
Union Budget Mobile App (English and Hindi) on Android and iOS
Official website: indiabudget.gov.in
The Finance Ministry confirmed that MPs and the general public can download and view the documents digitally after the completion of the Budget speech.
Market Focus Ahead of Budget
Investors are closely watching for details on fiscal deficit outcomes, debt metrics, and government borrowing plans. The Economic Survey 2025–26 projected GDP growth of 6.8–7.2% for FY27, slightly lower than this year’s 7.4%, while highlighting geopolitical risks and global uncertainties. Bond supply and maturity management are also expected to draw significant attention.