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Scindia Hails Budget 2026-27 as Roadmap for 'Viksit Bharat'

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has lauded the Union Budget 2026-27 as a clear roadmap for achieving a 'Viksit Bharat' or developed India. He highlighted India's position as the world's fastest-growing economy and its rise to the fourth-largest global economy. The budget emphasizes future technologies like Artificial Intelligence and semiconductors while showcasing a massive increase in infrastructure investment. Scindia stated the budget addresses grassroots needs and aims to fulfill the national resolve for a self-reliant India.

Key Points: Scindia: Budget 2026-27 is Roadmap for Viksit Bharat

  • Roadmap for Viksit Bharat
  • Fastest-growing major economy
  • Focus on AI & semiconductors
  • Infrastructure investment surge
  • Fiscal deficit contained
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Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia calls Union Budget 2026-27 roadmap for 'Viksit Bharat'

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia praises the Union Budget 2026-27 as a decisive plan for a developed India, highlighting economic growth and tech focus.

"This budget presents a roadmap for the country's economic strength, infrastructure expansion and future technologies. - Jyotiraditya Scindia"

Ashoknagar, February 2

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Monday praised the Union Budget 2026-27 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, describing it as a clear roadmap for building a 'Viksit Bharat', according to a press release.

The Union Minister made the remarks while addressing a press conference in Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh.

"The budget reflects the aspirations of the people and takes decisive steps towards realising the national resolve of a Viksit Bharat (developed India) at the grassroots level. This budget presents a roadmap for the country's economic strength, infrastructure expansion and future technologies in accordance with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi," Scindia said.

Union Minister Scindia also noted that under the leadership of PM Modi, India became the fourth-largest economy in the world and is targeting the third position by 2027. He added that India remained the fastest-growing economy in the world for the past four years.

Highlighting the key points of the Indian economy and budget, he said, "India's GDP has increased from USD 2 trillion to USD 4.3 trillion over the last ten years. Inflation declined to just 1.7 per cent between April and December, which is among the lowest globally. The fiscal deficit has been contained at 4.4 per cent, with a target to further reduce it to 4.3 per cent in the coming year. Infrastructure investment has risen sharply from Rs 2 lakh crore in 2014 to Rs 12 lakh crore."

The budget includes special attention to Artificial Intelligence, Semiconductor (10 new fabs) and 'Orange Economy' (Animation, Visual effects, Gaming and Comics (AVGC) sector), Scindia said, adding that the budget allocation for North Eastern states increased by 50 per cent to Rs 6,800 crore, while Rs 72,000 crore is earmarked for the telecom sector.

Additionally, the Union Minister further praised the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led central government, saying, this budget of the BJP government was a budget that would bring the spirit of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' at the grassroot level and it addresses the needs and opportunities of every family, community and section of society.

The government has made major announcements in the budget for basic issues such as textiles, infrastructure, agriculture, services and education, along with taking into account future requirements by extending support to content creators, tourism and artificial intelligence. These announcements show that this is a budget to fulfil the duty of implementing the resolve of a developed and self-reliant India under the leadership of PM Modi, he added.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see the 50% increase in allocation for North East states. Development should be inclusive and reach every corner of India. Hope this translates into better roads and job opportunities there.
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Rohit P
The numbers on GDP growth and inflation control are impressive on paper. But as a small business owner, I'm still waiting for easier credit and less compliance burden. The roadmap needs clear steps for MSMEs.
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Sarah B
Investing in the 'Orange Economy' (AVGC) is a smart, future-looking decision. India has so much creative talent in animation and gaming. This could be a major export and employment sector if supported properly.
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Vikram M
Infrastructure investment from 2 to 12 lakh crore is a massive jump. This is visible on the ground with new highways and airports. Hope the quality matches the quantity and benefits the common man's logistics cost.
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Karthik V
While the vision is grand, I have a respectful criticism. The budget speech and summaries are full of big numbers and sectors, but the direct impact on middle-class household budgets—controlling prices of essentials, reducing income tax further—seems less highlighted. Development must be felt in the wallet too.
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Meera T
The mention of support for content creators is interesting! So

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