Union Budget 2025-26: A Roundtable Discussion on Key Economic Insights

In this exclusive roundtable with The Secretariat, we bring together three distinguished experts- Rupa Dutta, former Principal Economic Adviser to the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Rahul Ahluwalia, Founding Director of the Foundation for Economic Development, and Ashok Dhingra, a senior tax expert and partner at Ashok Dhingra Associates. Together, they offer their invaluable insights on the Union Budget 2025-26 and what it means for India’s economy. The discussion covers key aspects such as fiscal policy, tax reforms, and infrastructure development, while also addressing the roadmap for sustainable growth. The panel digs deeper into the government’s push towards green technology, simplification of tax systems, and initiatives to strengthen the manufacturing sector, boost exports, while promoting digital literacy. Additionally, they explore the implications for the health, education, and rural economies, providing a well-rounded view of India’s fiscal trajectory. A must-watch session for anyone keen on understanding how this budget will shape India’s future and the sectors that will drive the country’s growth.

[@khyativermani]

Very insightful, a thorough breakdown of the budget👏

[@akshataeron]

Nice information video 👌👌

[@chayanikadubey439]

Great insights into the budget! Very well explained

[@Lord_1920]

Shoutout to the panel for keeping it so balanced and easy to follow You made what could be a complex topic much more digestible👍🏻

[@vartikamishra176]

Really good. Really informative

[@mahuavenkatesh9914]

Well explained!

[@ananyamishra3904]

Very informative

[@majgenpcSen]

Well conducted discussion by a well constituted panel.
Execution/ implementation is the key area , as pointed out by the panel.
Thanks for uploading.

[@LitChi_W]

such a good brief. cleared out lot of my confusion. thanks for such an informative video

[@kP-wl6rz]

This is a really simple explainer. Thank you so much for this

[@TanvikaSaini]

Thanks for sharing, this is a great elaboration on the budget

[@ArthanitiRC]

Good discussion. It cut the clutter and hoopla and came straight to the point.

[@vidhusharma2255]

Well designed budget for the middle class 👏

[@KanujChaurasia]

good budget for the middle class 👏🏻

[@aaradhaysharma8100]

Such a good budget for the middle class 🫡

[@rashiyadav8917]

Very informative