Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to present the Union Budget 2026 on February 1 even though the date falls on a Sunday according to latest reports This move suggests the government will continue its tradition of presenting the budget on the first day of February regardless of the weekend Reports mention that preparation for the upcoming financial year is in full swing and this would be the eighth time that Nirmala Sitharaman presents the annual statement Economic experts and citizens are curious to see if the session will take place on the holiday to maintain the consistency of the legislative schedule Every year the budget session highlights major fiscal changes tax regulations and growth strategies for the country For the 2026 session the ministry of finance is expected to focus on social welfare infrastructure and maintaining economic stability amid global changes Official confirmation from the government is still awaited but markets and parliamentary staff are already preparing for a potential Sunday presentation if the traditional timeline is followed strictly
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