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Budget 2026 a 'Reform Express' for Viksit Bharat, Says Minister Rijiju

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju hailed the Union Budget 2026 as a strong reflection of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Reform Express' vision for building a developed India. He praised Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for presenting a convincing case for reforms, with special emphasis on the development of the North-eastern region, express highways, and the Buddhist circuit. Rijiju defended the budget as being for the common man, especially the poor and middle class, while taking a swipe at the opposition for what he called a political mindset. He asserted that the reforms of the past eleven years would accelerate and invited the opposition to welcome the budget.

Key Points: Budget 2026: Rijiju Hails Modi's 'Reform Express' Vision

  • Focus on Northeast development
  • Major infrastructure & highway announcements
  • Initiatives for minority welfare
  • Opposition criticised for political mindset
  • Budget aimed at poor & middle class
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Union Budget 2026 reflects PM Modi's 'Reform Express' vision for Viksit Bharat: Kiren Rijiju

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju praises Budget 2026 as a roadmap for Viksit Bharat, highlighting focus on Northeast, infrastructure, and minorities.

"For a Viksit Bharat, the 'Reform Express' initiated by Prime Minister Modi has been reflected in a significant way in today's budget. - Kiren Rijiju"

New Delhi, February 1

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday hailed the Union Budget 2026, calling it a strong reflection of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a "Reform Express" aimed at building a "Viksit Bharat".

Reacting to the Budget, Rijiju said that the proposals went beyond political rhetoric and demonstrated a clear roadmap for long-term national development.

He lauded Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for presenting what he described as a "strong and convincing case" for reforms. Highlighting key focus areas, the Union Minister said the Budget had placed special emphasis on the development of the North-eastern region, with major announcements related to express highways, the Buddhist circuit and substantial initiatives for minorities

"For a Viksit Bharat, the 'Reform Express' initiated by Prime Minister Modi has been reflected in a significant way in today's budget. I believe that today's budget is not just political rhetoric. Our Finance Minister has presented a strong case for the Reform Express for a developed India. I am very happy, and the package that has been announced and established is simply outstanding. What has been done for the development of the eastern region, the announcements regarding express highways, the Buddhist circuit, and the huge announcements for minorities... I am very satisfied," he said.

He further added, "As a minister, I am very happy. Even more than that, as an Indian citizen, I am very enthusiastic about this budget. Many announcements have been made for the Northeast. From infrastructure to connectivity, the Buddhist circuit, and in every respect, it has been done for the whole of India..."

Rijiju took a swipe at the opposition while defending the Union Budget, asserting that all provisions announced were aimed at benefiting the common people, especially the poor and the middle class. Rijiju further said the opposition often failed to see itself as representing the masses and instead projected itself as a "special" class.

He said that the reforms undertaken over the past eleven years under the Modi government had been designed for inclusive growth and would continue to accelerate through what he termed the "Reform Express."

"The opposition doesn't consider itself the common people. They consider themselves very special people, so what can we do? All the provisions of this budget are for the common man. It is for the poor and the middle class of the country... The reforms that have taken place in the last eleven years, the 'Reform Express' will move forward even faster, and the opposition will also benefit from it," he said.

He added, "I just want to say one thing to my colleagues in the opposition. Welcome this good budget. Don't spoil it with politics. I believe that if anyone criticises today's budget, they are doing so with a political mindset. Otherwise, there is no room left for criticism of this budget..."

- ANI

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Priya S
The 'Reform Express' sounds good, but as a middle-class taxpayer, I'm waiting to see the fine print. Will inflation be controlled? Will there be actual relief in our monthly budgets? Announcements are one thing, ground reality is another. Hoping for the best.
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Rohit P
Good to hear about infrastructure for the North-East. That region has been neglected for too long. If these highways get built on time, it will create so many jobs and boost the local economy. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
While the vision is ambitious, the minister's comments about the opposition are unnecessary. A strong democracy needs constructive criticism, not dismissal. A good budget should stand on its own merits without political potshots.
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Karthik V
"Huge announcements for minorities" - I hope this translates into tangible skill development and education schemes, not just symbolic gestures. The proof will be in the implementation. The intent seems positive, though.
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Michael C
As someone who follows Indian economics, the continuity of reform is key. If this budget builds on past reforms with a clear roadmap, it could sustain growth. The focus on long-term development over short-term sops is a welcome change in narrative.

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