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Budget 2026-27 Set for Feb 1 Presentation by FM Sitharaman, Confirms Speaker

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has confirmed that Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for 2026-27 on February 1, which falls on a Sunday this year. The Budget Session of Parliament is scheduled to run from January 28 to April 2, with a break in between. The Economic Survey is slated to be tabled on January 30, a day after the Beating Retreat ceremony. The session will adjourn for a recess on February 13 after initial discussions and reconvene on March 9, aiming to conclude by April 2.

Key Points: Budget 2026-27 Date Confirmed for February 1 by Lok Sabha Speaker

  • Budget on Sunday, Feb 1
  • Session from Jan 28 to Apr 2
  • Economic Survey on Jan 30
  • Recess from Feb 13 to Mar 9
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Lok Sabha Speaker confirms February 1 date for presentation of Budget 2026-27

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla confirms Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1. Session details announced.

"The Finance Minister will begin the presentation of the Budget at 11 a.m. in the lower house on February 1 - Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla"

New Delhi, Jan 12

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday confirmed that Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1, which happens to be a Sunday.

The Finance Minister will begin the presentation of the Budget at 11 a.m. in the lower house on February 1, the Speaker said in response to a question at a press conference.

The Budget Session of the Parliament will commence on January 28 and will continue till April 2.

There was some uncertainty on the exact date as the usual date of February 1 for the presentation of the budget fell on a Sunday this year. The Lok Sabha Speaker has now clarified the issue.

Earlier, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said that the first phase of the Budget Session, which will begin on January 28, will conclude on February 13. The Parliament will reassemble for the second phase on March 9 and will continue till April 2.

The Minister said that on the recommendation of the Central government, President Droupadi Murmu has approved the summoning of both the Houses of Parliament for the Budget Session 2026.

The Parliament will not sit on January 29 due to the Beating Retreat ceremony, while both Houses are scheduled to meet on January 30, when the Economic Survey is expected to be tabled. Parliament will also not meet on Saturday, January 31, a day ahead of the presentation of the Union Budget on February 1.

After deliberations on the Motion of Thanks to the President's address and discussions on the Budget, the Parliament is expected to adjourn for a nearly month-long recess on February 13. The session will convene again on March 9 and is likely to conclude on April 2.

Officials said that the Parliament usually adjourns on a Friday, but the budget session this year may end a day earlier due to Good Friday on April 3.

- IANS

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Priya S
The schedule seems very long and fragmented with a month-long recess. While I understand the need for breaks, it often feels like our Parliament doesn't sit for enough days to properly debate important legislation. Hope the discussions on the budget are thorough and not rushed.
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Rohit P
Finally! Was waiting for this confirmation. February 1st it is. My small business is eagerly waiting to see if there are any tax simplifications or new incentives. FM Sitharaman has a tough job balancing growth and fiscal prudence.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the adjustments for holidays like Good Friday. Shows respect for all communities. Looking forward to the Economic Survey on the 30th to set the context. The budget session is always a key period for policy direction.
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Kavya N
Hope this budget focuses on healthcare and education infrastructure, especially in tier-2 and tier-3 cities. The pandemic showed us our gaps. Also, expecting something concrete on climate change and green energy. 🤞
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Michael C
The procedural details are important for transparency. Appreciate the clear timeline from the Speaker and the Parliamentary Affairs Minister. Now, let's hope the substance matches the meticulous planning. The farm sector and inflation control need urgent attention.

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