FM Sitharaman meets economists to discuss 2026-27 budget

Business Nov 10, 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman just sat down with leading economists in Delhi to prep for the 2026-27 Union Budget.
The main agenda? Finding ways to boost demand, create more jobs, and aim for an ambitious growth rate above 8%.

Meeting comes amid challenges facing economy

With global tensions rising and new US tariffs making things trickier for Indian exports, the economy's facing some real challenges.
Experts like Sajjid Chinoy and Ridham Desai joined government officials at the meeting, sharing ideas to help shape policies that keep India growing strong—especially as the current year's growth is expected between 6.3% and 6.8%.
All eyes are now on February 1, when Sitharaman unveils her next big plan.