The Budget Session of Parliament 2026 commenced on January 28, 2026, with President Droupadi Murmu's address to a joint sitting of both Houses — Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The session is scheduled in two phases: Phase I from January 28 to February 13, and Phase II from March 9 to April 2, comprising 30 sittings in total. In her address, President Murmu described 2026 as part of a strong cornerstone for India's rapid journey towards Viksit Bharat, highlighting the government's vision of 'Sabka SATH, Sabka Vikas'. She noted record foodgrain production of over 350 million tonnes, India's emergence as the world's largest rice producer and second-largest fish producer, and unprecedented infrastructure investment including the Chenab Bridge in Jammu & Kashmir and the Pamban Bridge in Tamil Nadu. She also highlighted that over 10 crore women have been linked to self-help groups and over two crore women have become 'Lakhpati Didis'. The Union Budget for 2026-27 is scheduled for presentation by the Finance Minister on February 1. The Economic Survey 2025-26 was tabled on January 29 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. For Rajasthan, the Budget Session is significant as the state awaits enhanced central allocations under schemes like PM Awas Yojana, Jal Jeevan Mission, and the AMRUT 2.0 programme for urban development. The President's address sets the legislative agenda and highlights the government's priorities for the year ahead.
Budget Session of Parliament 2026 Commences: President Droupadi Murmu Addresses Joint Sitting, Calls 2026 'Pivotal Year for Viksit Bharat'
The Budget Session of Parliament 2026 commenced on January 28, 2026, with President Droupadi Murmu's address to a joint sitting of both Houses — Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The session is scheduled in two phases: Phase I from January 28 to February 13, and Phase II from March 9 to April 2, comprising 30 sittings in total. In her address, President Murmu described 2026 as part of a strong cornerstone for India's rapid journey towards Viksit Bharat, highlighting the government's vision of 'Sabka SATH, Sabka Vikas'. She noted record foodgrain production of over 350 million tonnes, India's emergence as the world's largest rice producer and second-largest fish producer, and unprecedented infrastructure investment including the Chenab Bridge in Jammu & Kashmir and the Pamban Bridge in Tamil Nadu. She also highlighted that over 10 crore women have been linked to self-help groups and over two crore women have become 'Lakhpati Didis'. The Union Budget for 2026-27 is scheduled for presentation by the Finance Minister on February 1. The Economic Survey 2025-26 was tabled on January 29 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. For Rajasthan, the Budget Session is significant as the state awaits enhanced central allocations under schemes like PM Awas Yojana, Jal Jeevan Mission, and the AMRUT 2.0 programme for urban development. The President's address sets the legislative agenda and highlights the government's priorities for the year ahead.
Key facts
- Budget Session 2026 commenced on January 28 with President Murmu's joint sitting address.
- Session scheduled in two phases: Jan 28-Feb 13 and March 9-April 2, totalling 30 sittings.
- President called 2026 a 'pivotal year for Viksit Bharat' under Sabka SATH, Sabka Vikas vision.
- Record foodgrain production of over 350 million tonnes was highlighted.
- Over 10 crore women linked to self-help groups and 2 crore became Lakhpati Didis.
- Union Budget 2026-27 scheduled for presentation on February 1.
Mains angle
Q: Discuss Budget Session 2026 and President Murmu's 28 January address calling 2026 'pivotal year for Viksit Bharat'.
Answer (50 words):
On 28 January 2026, President Droupadi Murmu addressed the joint sitting opening Budget Session across thirty sittings—phase-one till 13 February, phase-two 9 March to 2 April. She cited 35 crore tonnes foodgrain output, over 10 crore women in self-help groups, 2 crore Lakhpati Didis identified. Budget 2026-27 follows on 1 February.
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In President Droupadi Murmu's address to Parliament on January 28, 2026, the onset of which year was described as moving India into the second phase of the century?
In her address to both Houses of Parliament on January 28, 2026, President Droupadi Murmu said that with the onset of 2026, the country had moved into the second phase of this century. She linked this phase with India's journey towards Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Frequently asked questions
When did Parliament's Budget Session 2026 commence and what were its two scheduled phases?
Parliament's Budget Session 2026 commenced on January 28, 2026, with President Droupadi Murmu's address to a joint sitting of both Houses. The session was scheduled in two phases: Phase I from January 28 to February 13, and Phase II from March 9 to April 2, comprising 30 sittings in total.
What key vision did President Droupadi Murmu articulate in her Budget Session 2026 address?
President Droupadi Murmu called 2026 a 'pivotal year for Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) and highlighted the government's guiding principle of 'Sabka SATH, Sabka Vikas' (Together with all, Development for all). She also noted record foodgrain production exceeding 350 million tonnes as a key achievement.
What is the constitutional provision for the President's address to Parliament and in which article is it mentioned?
Article 87 of the Indian Constitution provides for the President's special address to both Houses of Parliament assembled together. This address is mandatory at the commencement of the first session after each general election and at the commencement of the first session of each year.
What achievement related to women's economic empowerment was highlighted in the Budget Session 2026 address?
President Murmu highlighted that over 10 crore women have been linked to self-help groups (SHGs) and 2 crore women have become Lakhpati Didis — women with an annual household income of at least ₹1 lakh. This reflects significant progress in women's financial inclusion and entrepreneurship.
When was the Union Budget 2026-27 scheduled for presentation and who presents it?
The Union Budget 2026-27 was scheduled for presentation on February 1, 2026. The Union Budget is presented by the Finance Minister in the Lok Sabha, typically on February 1 since 2017, when the tradition of presenting it on the last day of February was changed.
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