Union Budget 2026 Traders Speak: 'Centre's Focus On Agriculture & Youth, No Provision For Retail Traders,' Experts React
Published on: Feb. 1, 2026, 2:53 p.m. | Source: Free Press Journal
The Union Budget 2026 received mixed reactions in Bhopal. Experts welcomed its focus on youth, employment, tax simplification, health, education and capital expenditure. However, concerns were raised over the lack of direct relief for small traders, MSMEs and tax slab reforms. Calls were made for better implementation, export focus and support for women and technology-driven sectors like AI.
