Shivani Nirupam, Founder of Label Shivani Nirupam “The Union Budget 2026-27 is a resounding win for India’s textile sector, with Rs 5,272 crore allocation a 19% jump, fueling self-reliance and growth. The five-part integrated programme shines: National Fibre Scheme for silk, wool, jute, and man-made fibres; cluster modernisation via Textile Expansion Scheme; dedicated Handloom/Handicraft support; Tex-Eco for sustainability; and Samarth 2.0 skilling. Mega parks, PLI…
Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Partners with BusinessLive Trade Fairs to Expand Media Expo
Mumbai, Maharashtra, Feb 02: Under this collaboration between Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India and BusinessLive Trade Fairs, Sign India Expo will evolve into Media Expo marking the launch of Media Expo Kochi and Media Expo Hyderabad while Sign India Expo Chennai transitions under the existing Media Expo Chennai banner. This move significantly expands the overall Media Expo footprint, increasing its presence from three cities to a…
Industry Leaders Applaud Union Budget 2026’s Growth, MSME, Skilling & Innovation Push
Industry Leaders Welcome Union Budget 2026, Highlight Focus on Growth, MSMEs, Skilling, Healthcare and Innovation New Delhi, Feb 2: Industry leaders across healthcare, MSMEs, education, manufacturing, mobility, financial services, and creative industries have broadly welcomed the Union Budget 2026, calling it a balanced and forward-looking roadmap that reinforces India’s long-term growth ambitions while maintaining fiscal discipline. The Budget’s emphasis on capital-led growth, MSME financing, skilling,…
Budget 2026 Boosts EV Production, MSME Support, and Green Mobility: FADA
Mr. C.S. Vigneshwar, President, Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) “The Union Budget 2026-27 presents a robust roadmap for the various sectors transition toward a sustainable and technologically advanced future. We particularly welcome the governments commitment to the electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem by extending basic customs duty exemptions for capital goods used in manufacturing Lithium-Ion Cells,. This, combined with the establishment of Rare Earth Corridors…
Budget 2026–27 Drives Proactive Skilling and SME Growth via E2E Framework, Says Nikhil Barshikar
Nikhil Barshikar, Founder & CEO of Imarticus Learning and Chairman of the Advisory Council at Imarticus School of Finance & Business “The Union Budget 2026–27 marks a shift from reactive skilling to proactive human capital development through the new ‘Education to Employment and Enterprise’ (E2E) framework. A key feature is the institutionalisation of a ‘Corporate Mitra’ cadre—accredited para-professionals trained via short-term, modular courses designed by…
Budget 2026 Empowers MSMEs with Growth Fund, Industry Clusters, and Credit Reforms
By:- Mr. Rohit Mahajan, Founder and Managing Partner, plutos ONE The Union Budget 2026 is a decisive step in India’s journey towards becoming a Viksit Bharat, with a strong, execution-led focus on SMEs, MSMEs, skill development, and travel-driven demand creation. The Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, has clearly shifted the narrative from short-term relief to long-term competitiveness and scale. The announcement of a ₹10,000 crore MSME…
Industry Leaders Hail Budget 2026 for Boosting Digital, Talent, Aviation, Learning, and Insurance Growth
Mr. Hemant Tiwari, Managing Director – India & SAARC, Hitachi Vantara “The Union Budget 2026–27 is a significant step in strengthening India’s digital and data infrastructure. By providing long-term incentives and a clear safe harbour framework for data centres and cloud services, the government is fostering global investment, technological innovation, and the adoption of emerging technologies such as AI. Supporting infrastructure development in Tier 2…
Industry Leaders Applaud Budget 2026 for Boosting Energy, Infrastructure, Manufacturing, and Urban Growth
Mr. Shekhar Singal, Managing Director, Eastman Auto & Power Limited “The Union Budget reinforces policy continuity for India’s energy transition by strongly backing domestic manufacturing, clean mobility, and decentralized renewable energy adoption with storage. With India expected to account for nearly 30% of global energy demand growth by 2035, the Budget’s emphasis on renewable capacity expansion, grid integration, and reliable power delivery is both timely…
Bhupinder Singh: Budget 2026 Strengthens Infrastructure and Tech, Urges Market Predictability
Mr. Bhupinder Singh, Founder, InCred Group “This Budget has many positive structural elements and reflects a long term growth mindset. The strong push on infrastructure, domestic manufacturing and the technology ecosystem can meaningfully strengthen India’s industrial and innovation base. At the same time, the sharp increase in STT on futures and options has understandably unsettled markets and could weigh on trading volumes at a delicate…
Niranjan Kirloskar: Budget 2026 Boosts Infrastructure, Regional Manufacturing, and Industrial Efficiency
Mr. Niranjan Kirloskar, Managing Director, Fleetguard Filters Private Limited “Union Budget 2026 clearly signals the government’s intent to anchor growth in infrastructure and manufacturing. With capital expenditure set at ₹12.2 lakh crore for FY 2026–27, industries can expect a strong multiplier effect across capital goods, construction equipment, mobility, and industrial operations. For sectors reliant on heavy machinery, engines, and fleet movement, this translates into higher…