The voting process, described as unique, is being conducted across 27 countries, with approximately 91,000 registered voters and 309 polling zones set up globally. The final phase of the election is scheduled to be held in April.
Additonally, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister KP Maurya voiced similar sentiments, stating that the Budget will be a step towards building a "Viksit Bharat".
Union Minister of State of Railways, V Somanna, on Sunday called the Railway sector a "strong pillar" of 'Viksit Bharat' and said that the Union Budget will be "extraordinary".
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday arrived in Parliament ahead of the Union Budget 2026-27, which will be presented today by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
Telangana BJP chief Ramchander Rao on Sunday said that people across the country are eagerly awaiting the Union Budget to be presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, expressing confidence that it would focus on growth and address public expectations.
The Minister also praised the Centre's efforts in providing significant funds to Uttar Pradesh under the 'Special Assistance to States' scheme, saying that the state is utilising these funds effectively.
Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday left from her residence in Lucknow ahead of the Union Budget 2026-27, which will be presented in the Parliament today by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
"The Budget has always been one which will take forward the vision of PM Narendra Modi for Viksit Bharat. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has always presented the Budget keeping interest of women, youth, labourers and farmers in mind. The Budget will be one which keeps in mind fulfill
Domestic stock markets opened largely flat on Sunday during a special budget session, as Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present her ninth consecutive Union Budget at 11 am.