Union Budget 2026: Parliament Session Dates Announced, President Approves Schedule

• The Budget Session 2026 will run from January 28 to April 2, as approved by President Droupadi Murmu.
• Union Minister Kiren Rijiju confirmed the dates via a post on 'X', based on the central government's recommendation.
• The session will be conducted in two phases: January 28 to February 13, and March 9 to April 2.
• The Union Budget 2026 is expected to be presented on February 1, with the Economic Survey on January 20.
• January 29 will be a parliamentary holiday due to the 'Beating the Retreat' ceremony.

Why It Matters: President Droupadi Murmu approved the Budget Session 2026 from January 28 to April 2, with the Budget on Feb 1.