Both the Houses of Parliament will resume discussions on the 2026-27 Union Budget today. Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora, who participated in the Rajya Sabha discussion yesterday, stated that during this politically and economically challenging time, India stands as a unique island of macroeconomic growth and stability. Surendra Singh Nagar of the BJP said that the budget prioritizes increasing the economic growth rate, fulfilling people's expectations, and ensuring that all social sector schemes reach the people. He added that it also ensures that the benefits of all schemes reach the people. Masthan Rao Beedha of TDP said that this budget combines macroeconomic stability, infrastructure growth, technological transformation, and social inclusion. Fauzia Khan of NCP-SCP expressed concern over the decrease in expenditure focused on children. Kanimozhi NVN Somu of DMK, Neeraj Dangi of Congress, and Sukhendu Sekhar Ray of TMC also spoke on the budget. In the Lok Sabha, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor initiated the discussion. He criticized the budget, stating that government spending has decreased while tax revenues have remained stagnant. He alleged that this year's budget ignored unemployment, rising living costs, and inequality. Aparajita Sarangi of the BJP, who participated in the discussion, said that the budget reflects the government's commitment, conviction, and consistency. She praised the government for signing free trade agreements with several nations, highlighting India's ability to navigate a changing global order. Akhilesh Yadav of Samajwadi Party, Abhishek Banerjee of TMC, Anil Desai of Shiv Sena (UBT), Dileshwar Kamait of JDU, Dr. D Purandeswari of BJP, and other party MPs also spoke in the House.