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Key Leaders Arrive in Delhi as Crucial Budget Session Set to Begin

Political leaders have arrived in Delhi for the commencement of Parliament's Budget Session, which begins with President Droupadi Murmu's address. The session's first part will focus on the Union Budget for 2026-27, with the Economic Survey and Budget presentation scheduled for January 29 and February 1, respectively. An all-party meeting was held where the government sought cooperation for smooth parliamentary functioning. The lengthy session, comprising 30 sittings over 65 days, will adjourn for a recess in February before concluding on April 2.

Key Points: Budget Session 2026: Parliament Convenes, Leaders Arrive

  • Session begins with President's address
  • Economic Survey on Jan 29
  • Union Budget on Feb 1
  • 30 sittings over 65 days
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Budget Session 2026: Political leaders arrive in Delhi ahead of Parliament session

Parliament's Budget Session 2026 begins with President's address. Key ministers and opposition leaders arrive in Delhi for the 65-day session.

"The Government is prepared and ready to discuss any other important issue on the floors of the Houses - Kiren Rijiju"

New Delhi, January 28

Several political leaders and ministers have begun arriving in the national capital ahead of the budget session of Parliament, which is scheduled to commence today.

At the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi, Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs and Fisheries, George Kurian, was seen entering the city early on Wednesday. In addition, Union Minister Ramdas Athawale, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) MP Supriya Sule, and All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Chief Asaduddin Owaisi also reached Delhi to participate in the budget session.

The budget session of Parliament will formally begin on Wednesday (January 28) with an address by President Droupadi Murmu to the joint sitting of both Houses. The Economic Survey of India will be presented on January 29, followed by the presentation of the Union Budget on February 1.

The two Houses are scheduled to be adjourned for a recess on February 13 and will reassemble on March 9. During this period, the Standing Committees will examine the Demands for Grants of various ministries and departments. The session will comprise a total of 30 sittings spread over 65 days and is set to conclude on April 2.

The first part of the session will mainly be devoted to the financial business relating to the Union Budget for 2026-27 and discussion on the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address.

Essential legislative and other business is expected to be taken up mainly during the second part of the Session.

Earlier on Tuesday, the government convened an all-party meeting ahead of the budget session of Parliament, during which it sought cooperation from opposition parties for the smooth functioning of the two Houses. The opposition parties talked about the issues they intend to raise during the meeting.

During the meeting, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju sought cooperation from leaders for the smooth functioning of Parliament and stated that the Government is prepared and ready to discuss any other important issue on the floors of the Houses as per the rules of both the Houses of Parliament.

Leaders of different political parties expressed their views on various issues likely to be raised by them during the forthcoming Budget Session of Parliament and assured the government to provide full co-operation. Rijiju took note of all issues raised by the leaders of various parties.

The meeting was chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to see the all-party meeting happened. Hope the opposition raises constructive issues and the government listens. We need less disruption and more debate on the Economic Survey and Budget. The 65-day session is long, they should use every minute productively.
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Arjun K
President Murmu's address is always inspiring. Looking forward to the vision she outlines for the nation. The budget on Feb 1 is crucial for middle-class taxpayers like me. Expecting some relief in income tax slabs! 💰
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Sarah B
As an observer, I hope the discussions are substantive. The mention of 'essential legislative business' in the second part is vague. Transparency on what bills are coming would build public trust. The cooperation sought must be genuine on both sides.
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Vikram M
With leaders from across parties arriving, hope they remember they are servants of the public. My respectful criticism: too often these sessions get derailed by theatrics. Please focus on farmers' issues and healthcare funding this time. Jai Hind.
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Kavya N
The budget session sets the tone for the financial year. Expectations are high for infrastructure and education sectors. Also, curious to see the demands for grants examination by committees - that's where real scrutiny should happen. Fingers crossed! ✨

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