Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju has officially announced the schedule for the upcoming Budget Session of Parliament. The session, approved by President Droupadi Murmu, will be held in two parts spanning several weeks.
Key Dates and Phases of the Session
The Budget Session 2026 will commence on 28 January 2026. According to the announcement made by Rijiju on social media platform X, the session will continue until 2 April 2026. The minister provided a detailed breakdown of the two-phase schedule.
The first phase of the parliamentary proceedings will conclude on 13 February 2026. Following a recess, the second half of the session will resume on 9 March 2026 and run until the final date in April.
Union Budget Presentation on a Sunday
A key highlight of the announcement is the date for the presentation of the Union Budget. The Budget will be tabled in Parliament on 1 February 2026. This year, the significant financial event falls on a Sunday, marking a slight deviation from the typical weekday presentation, though the practice remains consistent.
The approval for summoning both Houses of Parliament—the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha—was given by President Droupadi Murmu on the recommendation of the Government of India.
Significance of the Parliamentary Calendar
The announcement of the Parliament session dates sets the stage for the government's legislative and financial agenda for the new fiscal year. The extended session provides time for discussions on the Union Budget, demands for grants, and other crucial government business.
This formal declaration by the Parliamentary Affairs Minister provides clarity to lawmakers, government departments, and the public, allowing for preparations for one of the most significant events in India's democratic and economic calendar.
