Budget 2025-26: Key Highlights & Takeaways - No Tax on Income Up To 12 Lakhs

The Union Budget 2025-26, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, outlines a strong roadmap for Viksit Bharat, focusing on economic growth, inclusivity, and reforms. Here are the key highlights:

?? Economic Vision & Growth Drivers

• Focus on Garib, Youth, Annadata, and Nari
• Four growth engines: Agriculture, MSME, Investment, Exports
• Major reforms in taxation, power, urban development, mining, financial sector, and regulatory frameworks

?? Boost to Agriculture & Rural Economy

• Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana to develop 100 agri-districts
• The mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses focusing on Tur, Urad, and Masoor
• Makhana Board in Bihar for enhanced production & marketing
• Increased Kisan Credit Card (KCC) loan limit from ?3 lakh to ?5 lakh

?? MSME & Startup Support

• The credit guarantee limit doubled for MSMEs & startups
• Fund of Funds for Startups with ?10,000 crore allocation
• New scheme for first-time entrepreneurs, benefiting 5 lakh women, SC/ST entrepreneurs

?? Employment & Skill Development

• 50,000 Atal Tinkering Labs in government schools
• Expansion of medical education with 10,000 more UG/PG seats
• Social security for gig workers with healthcare under PM Jan Arogya Yojana

?? Infrastructure & Investments

• ?1.5 lakh crore allocation for state infrastructure projects
• Greenfield airports in Bihar and expanded UDAN scheme for regional connectivity
• Western Koshi Canal Project to benefit farmers in Bihar

?? Tax Reforms & Relief for Middle Class

• Income tax rebate increased up to ?12 lakh (?12.75 lakh for salaried individuals)
• New tax slabs with lower rates across income brackets
• TDS/TCS simplification and higher exemption limits for senior citizens

?? Innovation & Digital Economy

• National Centres of Excellence in AI & skilling
• Deep Tech Fund of Funds for next-gen startups
• BharatTradeNet to streamline international trade

?? This Budget aims for inclusive growth, self-reliance, and a futuristic economy. What are your thoughts on these announcements? Share your perspectives! ??

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