New Delhi, Feb. 1 -- Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday described the Union Budget 2026-27 as 'future-ready' for a developed India (Viksit Bharat) by 2047. The budget places heavy emphasis on the manufacturing sector and youth reskilling to strengthen India's position as the world's fastest-growing economy.

Union Minister Piyush Goyal said,"This is a budget that lays the foundation for 'Viksit Bharat' 2047. This is Budget is for future-ready India. It inspires people to work with dedication. The focus has been on the manufacturing sector in this Budget. Many schemes have been announced to push forward our fastest-growing economy in the world...Inland waterway, high speed rail corridors, development of tier 2 and ...