The Budget Session of Parliament 2026 witnessed a key development on its second day as Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the Economic Survey of India 2025–26 in the Lok Sabha. The presentation marks a crucial step ahead of the Union Budget, offering a comprehensive assessment of the country’s economic performance and future outlook.

The session began with Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing the media at Parliament House, where he outlined the government’s expectations from the Budget Session. He emphasised constructive debate and meaningful discussion as Parliament prepares to deliberate on key economic and policy priorities for the coming fiscal year.

The Economic Survey, prepared by the Economic Division of the Department of Economic Affairs under the supervision of the Chief Economic Adviser, provides a detailed analysis of macroeconomic trends. It reviews growth patterns, fiscal performance, sectoral developments, and key economic indicators for the 2025–26 financial year, spanning April to March.

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In addition to assessing current economic conditions, the survey outlines challenges and opportunities facing the Indian economy. It also presents projections and policy considerations for the next fiscal year, serving as a guiding document for lawmakers, economists, and industry stakeholders ahead of the budget announcement.

Following the tabling of the Economic Survey, the Lok Sabha was adjourned till February 1. The focus will now shift to detailed discussions on the survey’s findings, which are expected to play a significant role in shaping the Union Budget 2026 and the government’s economic roadmap for the year ahead.

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