Chandigarh, 4 February 2026
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Northern Region organised a “Union Budget Analysis 2026–27” session on Wednesday, 4 February 2026, at the CII Northern Region Headquarters, Sector 31-A, Chandigarh. The programme brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and tax and legal experts to deliberate on the key provisions of the Union Budget 2026–27 and their implications for industry and investment.
The Union Budget, being a critical policy instrument that shapes India’s economic direction, has far-reaching consequences for trade, industry, and overall economic growth. The session provided a comprehensive analysis of the Budget proposals, highlighting major policy measures and offering practical insights to help businesses and stakeholders align their strategies with the evolving economic landscape.
The Union Budget 2026–27 reflects a balanced and pragmatic approach, combining growth imperatives with fiscal discipline while reinforcing India’s commitment to long-term structural transformation. With its strong emphasis on public capital expenditure, manufacturing competitiveness, MSME support, and deeper global integration, the Budget sends a reassuring signal to industry and investors alike,” – Mr. Rudra Kumar Pandey, Chairman, CII Northern Regional Committee on Economic Affairs & Taxation
The session featured an eminent panel of speakers from government, industry, and the legal and taxation fraternity, who shared expert perspectives on the Budget announcements and addressed queries from participants.
– Mr. Rudra Kumar Pandey, Chairman, CII Northern Regional Committee on Economic Affairs & Taxation and Senior Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.
• Mr. Manish Saxena, Principal Commissioner, CGST Commissionerate, Chandigarh
• Mr. Ravneet Khurana, Commissioner, CGST Commissionerate, Chandigarh
• Mr. Rajat Bose, Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.
• Mr. Krishan Arora, Partner and India Investment Advisory Services Leader, GT Bharat LLP
• Mr Rahul Yadav, Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.
• Mr. Sanjay Malhotra, Tax Advisor, Trident Group
• Mr. Gurmeet Singh Chawla, Director, Master Trust Ltd.
The event witnessed active participation from industry members and stakeholders and reinforced CII’s continued efforts to facilitate informed dialogue between industry and policymakers on key economic and fiscal developments.
