Union Budget 2026: First Time on Sunday, Guru Ravidas Jayanti?

• Union Budget 2026 preparations are underway, with a potential presentation on February 1st, a Sunday and Guru Ravidas Jayanti.
• This would mark the first time in recent years for the budget to be presented on a Sunday, though Saturday presentations have occurred previously.
• Since 2017, the budget has been presented on February 1st at 11 AM, a shift from the earlier February 28th and 5 PM timings.
• The budget session could begin January 28th with the President's address; Economic Survey expected January 29th.
• Budget 2026 aims for "Developed India" amidst global tensions, focusing on economic reforms and rapid development.

Why It Matters: Union Budget 2026 might be presented on February 1st, a Sunday, for the first time in recent years.