Nirmala Sitharaman takes part in customary halwa ceremony; marks final stage of Budget preparation
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Why in news
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman participated in the customary halwa ceremony to mark the final stage of the Union Budget 2026-27 preparation.
Background
The Union Budget 2026-27 is scheduled to be presented in Parliament on February 1, 2026. It will be presented in a paperless format accessible via the 'Union Budget Mobile App'.
Facts for Prelims
- FactUnion Budget 2026-27 presentation date: February 1, 2026
- S&TThe Budget will be presented in a paperless format
- BodyThe Budget Press is located at the North Block
- FactThe Union Budget Mobile App is the platform for accessing the paperless budget
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of transitioning to a paperless budget presentation and its implications for fiscal transparency and digital governance in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Digital inclusivity: Ensuring accessibility of the Union Budget Mobile App for rural and low-connectivity regions
- Transparency enhancement: Real-time data availability through paperless formats reducing information asymmetry
- Administrative efficiency: Reducing the carbon footprint and logistical overhead of physical budget documentation
Keywords: Fiscal Transparency · Digital Governance · Paperless Administration · Budgetary Process · E-governance
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