Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called the Union Budget 2026-27 as "historic" and “human-centric”, saying it charts a clear roadmap for Viksit Bharat.
Speaking in a post-budget speech, Modi said the budget presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was a "highway of opportunities".
"Today's budget is historic. It reflects the aspirations of 140 crore Indians. It strengthens the reform journey and charts a clear roadmap for Viksit Bharat," the PM said.
Pointing out that the budget reflects the empowered presence of India's feminine strength, Modi congratulated Nirmala Sitharaman for setting a new record by tabling the Union Budget for the ninth consecutive time.
Modi said the budget will give momentum to the Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiatives, adding that "this budget strengthens India's global role”.
“The 1.4 billion citizens of India are not satisfied with being just the fastest-growing economy. We want to become the world's third-largest economy as soon as possible. This is the resolve of millions of countrymen," he said.
The PM added that the budget prioritises reducing the fiscal deficit and containing inflation while balancing high capital expenditure with robust economic growth.