Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Lauds Union Budget 2026 as Historic Development Blueprint
In Lucknow, Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has strongly endorsed the Union Budget 2026-27, describing it as a comprehensive document that embodies the development of villages and upliftment of the poor while simultaneously empowering women, promoting tourism, and increasing farmers' income.
A Roadmap for Developed India by 2047
Maurya emphasized that the Budget serves as a definitive roadmap for a developed India, with its sound policies and results-oriented vision strongly propelling the nation toward its goal of becoming a developed country by 2047. "This Budget lays the foundation for comprehensive development and self-reliance," he stated, highlighting its all-inclusive nature that prioritizes the welfare of marginalized sections.
Historic Focus on Women Empowerment
The Deputy Chief Minister particularly emphasized the Budget's focus on women's empowerment, calling it "historic" in its reflection of strong empowerment for the nation's women. "Today's Budget is historic. It reflects the strong empowerment of the nation's women," Maurya declared, noting how the interests of women, youth, the elderly, farmers, and all societal sections received paramount importance in the financial planning.
Comprehensive Sectoral Opportunities
According to Maurya's assessment, the Budget has opened up vast opportunities across multiple sectors, giving India a new identity as an emerging economic powerhouse. The key areas benefiting from this financial plan include:
- Manufacturing and infrastructure development
- Healthcare and tourism promotion
- Rural economy and agricultural advancement
- Artificial intelligence and technological innovation
- Sports development and pilgrimage facilitation
New Impetus for Economic Growth
The Deputy Chief Minister further noted that "the Budget gives new impetus to investment, entrepreneurship and productivity," creating an environment conducive to economic expansion and job creation. He characterized it as a Budget focused on the welfare of the poor and overall development, with policies designed to benefit every segment of Indian society.
While Maurya's praise highlights the Budget's developmental aspects, contrasting views have emerged from other political quarters, with West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticizing the financial plan as offering "nothing for the common man" and labeling it a "Humpty Dumpty" budget. Meanwhile, citizens are examining detailed aspects of Budget 2026-27, including revised income tax slabs for FY 2026-27 and changes in pricing for various goods and services.
