The central government will present the Economic Survey for 2025–26 in Parliament today, setting the tone for the upcoming Union Budget. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will table the survey, highlighting India’s economic performance and future priorities.
India currently stands as the world’s fourth-largest economy. The Economic Survey will outline key achievements so far and explain the steps planned to sustain growth in the coming year. It will serve as a roadmap for policy direction and economic decision-making.
Chief Economic Advisor Anantha Nageswaran will brief the media on the survey at 2:30 pm today. He will explain the major findings and key trends reflected in the report.
The Economic Survey was prepared by a team from the Finance Ministry under the leadership of the Chief Economic Advisor. After the survey is presented in the Lok Sabha, the CEA usually holds a press interaction to explain its core themes. A similar briefing is expected this year as well.
Traditionally, the government presents the Economic Survey a day before the Union Budget. This year, the Budget is scheduled for February 1, prompting the government to table the survey two days earlier.
The Economic Survey provides a comprehensive review of the country’s economic performance over the past year. It covers the period from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. The document examines GDP growth, inflation trends, employment generation, industrial expansion, and the performance of the agriculture and services sectors.
The findings of the Economic Survey play a crucial role in shaping the Union Budget. If a sector shows signs of weakness, the budget often focuses on strengthening it through policy support and financial allocation. Similarly, rising prices may lead to measures aimed at controlling inflation. In this way, the Economic Survey acts as the foundation for budget planning.
