Major Announcements

Important reforms announced in Budget 2026

Enhanced rebate under new tax regime makes income up to ₹12 lakhs completely tax-free.

₹12.2 lakh crore capex at 4.4% of GDP — the highest ever allocation for infrastructure.

15.3% increase to ₹7.84 lakh crore with focus on Atmanirbhar Bharat.

Securities Transaction Tax increased to discourage speculative derivatives trading.

Strategic tariff changes to counter global trade pressures and boost domestic manufacturing.

₹35,000 crore for renewable energy, EV infrastructure, and green hydrogen mission.

Key Initiatives

AI-driven infrastructure planning

Employment-linked incentives

1 crore chemical-free farmers

3 crore affordable homes

₹10,000 Cr for deep-tech

Accelerated infrastructure

Extended chip incentives

Online degrees for all

Extended subsidies & charging