The Centre has begun seeking public feedback ahead of the Union Budget 2026–27, inviting citizens to share their views on key economic and social issues. The initiative is being carried out through the MyGov platform and aims to bring wider public participation into the Budget-making process. The Ministry of Finance has encouraged people from all walks of life to take part, including salaried employees, small traders, farmers, students and retirees.
Officials believe that feedback from the ground can help shape a Budget that reflects real concerns around affordability, employment and growth at a time when households are closely watching taxes and rising living costs.
The government has opened a dedicated window on MyGov, its citizen engagement portal, to collect ideas and suggestions for the upcoming Budget. Citizens can submit inputs on a wide range of topics, covering both personal finance and broader economic issues.
Suggestions can be shared on matters such as income tax slabs, indirect taxes, inflation control, social welfare, infrastructure development, healthcare, education and job creation. The platform allows individuals to express concerns, highlight challenges and propose ideas that could influence policy decisions.
The process of submitting feedback on MyGov is simple and open to all. Citizens can follow these steps to participate:
Alternatively, users can access the Budget discussion page directly through the MyGov mobile app after logging in with their phone number.
According to details shared on the MyGov portal, the window for submitting suggestions will remain open until January 16. The government has encouraged citizens to send in their ideas early so that they can be reviewed during the Budget drafting process.
There is no fixed format for submissions. People can raise issues or suggest policies related to income tax relief for the middle class, measures to control rising prices, support for jobs and small businesses, spending on health and education, or improvements in infrastructure and urban services. The focus is on practical, citizen-centric suggestions that reflect everyday challenges and long-term growth needs.
The Union Budget is traditionally presented in Parliament on February 1. In 2026, February 1 falls on a Sunday, but there is a strong possibility that the Budget may still be presented on that day, as seen in previous years. Alongside public inputs, the Finance Minister has also begun pre-Budget consultations with economists, industry leaders, farmer groups and other stakeholders.
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By inviting suggestions through MyGov, the Centre is opening the Budget process to broader public participation. The initiative gives citizens an opportunity to voice their concerns and priorities, helping shape a Budget that is more inclusive and responsive to real economic challenges.
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Published on: Jan 22, 2026, 8:56 AM IST
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