Budget 2026 may boost defence spending significantly
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- in overall budget
- 7-12% increase
- in capital outlay
- 20-25% hike
- 2025-26 stands
- ₹6.81 lakh crore
- from the previous
- 9.5% rise
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026 on 1 Feb 2026, with expectations of a 7-12% increase in overall budget and 20-25% hike in capital outlay for defence. The defence budget for FY 2025-26 stands at ₹6.81 lakh crore, reflecting a 9.5% rise from the previous year, emphasizing modernization efforts amid ongoing border tensions.
This increased allocation could enhance sentiment in the defence sector, potentially benefiting related industries.
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