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Economic Survey 2026: Key GDP Growth Projections Ahead of Union Budget

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Economic Survey 2026, with a key focus on India's projected GDP growth for the current and upcoming fiscal years. The document serves as a crucial pre-budget assessment of the nation's economic development and future prospects. The Budget Session commenced with President Droupadi Murmu's address, which outlined the vision for a developed India and highlighted recent progress. Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the address as a comprehensive roadmap, setting the stage for the important parliamentary proceedings including the Union Budget presentation.

Key Points: Economic Survey 2026: GDP Growth Estimates & Key Highlights

  • GDP growth estimates for FY26 & FY27
  • Pre-budget economic assessment document
  • Analysis of rupee depreciation & global volatility
  • Foundation year for 'Viksit Bharat' vision
  • President's address opens Parliament session
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FM Sitharaman set to present Economic Survey 2026, all eyes on GDP growth estimates

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Economic Survey 2026, outlining India's GDP projections and economic roadmap ahead of the Union Budget.

"The address highlighted India's significant development progress... and provided a clear road map for the future. - Prime Minister Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, Jan 29

The government is all set to table the Economic Survey 2026 in Parliament on Thursday -- ahead of the Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1 -- which will set the official tone on how the economy of the country is faring amid global uncertainties.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Economic Survey. All eyes will be on India's projected GDP growth estimates for the current fiscal (FY26) as well as the upcoming financial year (FY27).

The key pre-budget document summarises the annual economic development of India and charts out short and medium-term prospects of the economy.

Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran also touched upon various themes such as rupee depreciation, geopolitical volatility and more, in a media column that appeared on Thursday.

Meanwhile, the Budget Session of Parliament opened with President Droupadi Murmu delivering her address to the joint sitting of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the President's Address was comprehensive and insightful, adding that it effectively captured the vision of building a Viksit Bharat and reflected the nation's shared aspiration for a strong and self-reliant India.

PM Modi further said that the address highlighted India's significant development progress in recent years while providing a clear road map for the future.

Looking ahead, the President portrayed 2026 as a pivotal foundation year in the nation's ambitious path towards becoming a developed India. She observed that the closing of the first quarter-century of the new millennium had brought numerous triumphs, moments of national pride, and profound experiences.

Over the past decade or so, she noted, India has fortified its base across every major sector, laying a robust groundwork for future growth.

The ceremonial address marked the beginning of a crucial period in the Parliamentary calendar, during which Finance Minister Sitharaman is scheduled to present the Economic Survey on Thursday (January 29). followed by the Union Budget on Sunday (February 1).

- IANS

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Priya S
Very important document. As a small business owner, I'm keenly waiting to see the projections. The rupee depreciation and geopolitical issues mentioned by the CEA are real concerns. Hope the budget addresses MSME support directly.
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Rohit P
GDP numbers are one thing, but what about inflation for the common man? Petrol, vegetables, everything is so expensive. The survey should honestly reflect the ground reality of household budgets, not just macro figures.
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Sarah B
Watching from abroad. India's economic story is fascinating. If the growth estimates are strong, it could attract more foreign investment. The vision of a developed India by 2047 is ambitious, but needs steady, inclusive growth every year.
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Vikram M
The foundation has been laid, as the President said. Now is the time for execution. Hope the Economic Survey gives a clear, data-backed picture without excessive optimism. We need pragmatic policies for agriculture and manufacturing.
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Karthik V
With respect, I hope the survey addresses the growing urban-rural divide in economic gains. Growth should be felt in villages too, not just in metro GDP numbers. More focus on rural infrastructure and credit is needed.

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