As a platform deeply involved in accounting, compliance and cross border business structuring, FinStackk would expect the upcoming budget to prioritise tax certainty and procedural simplification. Faster and fully automated GST refunds, clearer guidance on transfer pricing and foreign remittances, and rationalisation of compliance timelines would significantly ease the burden on startups and global businesses. Additional incentives for SaaS and fintech led service providers, investment in digital public infrastructure for finance, and continued support for MSME formalisation would help strengthen India’s position as a preferred base for global entrepreneurship. A stable policy environment enables businesses to scale with confidence, while maintaining strong governance and financial transparency.– said Mr. Satya Yeruva, Co-Founder & CEO of FinStackk.
Marketing has become a core growth driver of India’s digital economy, but policy support now needs to catch up with how the industry actually operates. As Indian agencies scale globally, the focus in the Union Budget must shift from broad intent to targeted enablement. AI-led marketing innovation and advanced analytics are no longer optional capabilities, they are essential for global competitiveness. Allocations that support AI and ML research for marketing use cases, along with incentives for MSMEs to adopt MarTech tools such as CRM, automation and analytics, can significantly accelerate maturity across the ecosystem. At the same time, simpler compliance frameworks and clearer taxation structures for digital service exports will help Indian agencies compete more effectively on the global stage. Continued investment in Digital Public Infrastructure will further strengthen omnichannel growth and reinforce India’s ambition to build world-class, export-ready digital businesses. — said Mr. Akhil Nair, Founder and CEO of BigTrunk Communications.
India’s food processing and frozen foods sector is emerging as a critical pillar of value-added agriculture and urban consumption. With rising demand for hygienic, convenient, and ready-to-cook foods, the Union Budget should prioritise stronger support for cold-chain infrastructure, modern food processing facilities, and advanced freezing technologies. Incentives for in-house manufacturing, quality certification, and energy-efficient cold storage will help domestic brands scale sustainably while reducing wastage across the agri and poultry ecosystem. Simplified compliance, GST rationalisation for frozen foods, and easier access to working capital can further accelerate growth for bootstrapped manufacturers. At Cravicious Foods, we see policy support that strengthens farm-to-fork supply chains and promotes clean-label, export-ready production as critical to positioning India as a global hub for high-quality frozen foods.”– said Mr. Ekansh Garg, Co-founder & CEO of Cravicious Foods.
“India’s gems and jewellery sector is navigating the dual pressure of elevated gold and silver prices and slowing volume growth, making the Union Budget a timely opportunity to restore momentum through pragmatic reforms. My recommendations in an unbiased productive manner are- First, a reduction in gold import duty to 3 percent which would immediately ease cost pressures on an essential product consumed across income segments, while reviving livelihoods across the value chain from goldsmiths to manufacturers. And second, offering a greater transparency through the publication of gold bar numbers on accessible customs department portals, enabling verification of duty-paid imports and strengthening formal compliance. Another important area in these turbulent lower sales turnovers for the jewellery industry is permitting more beneficial inventory management as current high gold & silver rates have in many cases inflated inventory values thereby mandating income tax on notional values. Unprecedented world events are impacting many small & medium jewellery businesses (manufacturing & distribution) making higher capital requirements, interest costs, lower income thus adversely impacting manufacturing activity.” – said Dr. C Vinod Hayagriv, Managing Director & Director, C. Krishniah Chetty Group Of Jewellers.
We at Oakter expect the Union Budget 2026–27 to strengthen India’s ambition to become a global hub for original design manufacturing and electronics innovation, not just assembly-led production. For companies building products from concept to scale in India, the priority must be design-linked incentives, deeper component localisation, and easier access to working capital. Expanding and refining PLI support for ODM-led manufacturing, alongside targeted incentives for batteries, power electronics, IoT hardware, and semiconductor-linked supply chains, will significantly improve global competitiveness. The Budget should also focus on lowering the cost of manufacturing through stable GST structures, faster input tax credits, and infrastructure support for automated factories. This will enable Indian manufacturers to move up the value chain, create IP-driven products for global markets, and position India as a trusted source of world-class, innovation-led electronics manufacturing– said Mr. Shishir Gupta, Co-founder & CEO of Oakter.
The Union Budget 2026–27 must capitalize on the momentum of India’s electric two-wheeler segment, which dominated the EV market in 2025 and already serves millions of daily commuters. The focus should be on Make in India electric two-wheelers that are not just assembled locally, but designed, manufactured, and scaled domestically to create jobs, build resilient supply chains, and reduce import dependency. Incentives should drive battery localisation, affordable financing, and mass-scale production, while sustained investment in robust, widely accessible charging infrastructure will make EVs practical for all users, not just urban elites. At EVeium, we believe this Budget has the power to turn India’s electric mobility promise into reality, making EV ownership accessible, supply chains stronger, and domestic manufacturing world-class, cementing India’s position as a global EV leader– said Mr. Sameer Moidin, Founder & CEO of EVeium Smart Mobility.
As India’s healthcare sector evolves, the Union Budget 2026-27 must strategically support inclusive reproductive care and affordable fertility solutions. With healthcare allocations already expanding year-on-year to strengthen infrastructure, medical education, and universal coverage, there is a strong case for targeted incentives for Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) like IVF. This should include subsidies or tax relief for fertility treatments, inclusion of multiple IVF cycles under public health schemes or insurance, and enhanced funding for training and research in reproductive medicine to ensure quality outcomes nationwide. Such policy support would not only improve accessibility for millions of hopeful parents from tier-2 and tier-3 cities but also help address India’s shifting fertility trends by empowering families with choice and care. At Jindal IVF, we envision a Budget that champions equity and innovation in reproductive health, making world-class fertility care more affordable and widely available.– said Dr Sheetal Jindal, MBBS, MD OBG, EPHM (IIM Kolkata) Senior consultant and medical director (Director Medical Genetics program_Jindal Ivf Chandigarh).
The Union Budget 2026–27 offers a timely opportunity to strengthen India’s enterprise and MSME ecosystem by advancing digital credit governance, risk transparency, and ease of doing business. For large corporates and fast-growing SMEs, managing credit across complex distributor and dealer networks remains a key challenge that directly impacts cash flows, compliance, and operational efficiency. The Budget should encourage wider adoption of AI-driven risk management and RegTech platforms through targeted incentives, expanded support for Digital Public Infrastructure, and continued backing for SaaS and deep-tech innovation. Policy measures that promote paperless onboarding, automated KYC, real-time payment monitoring, and seamless ERP-integrated fintech solutions will significantly reduce friction, defaults, and turnaround times. At SafeCredits, we believe a forward-looking policy framework can shift enterprises from manual, reactive credit control to predictive, data-led decision-making, enabling faster collections, stronger governance, and transparent, scalable B2B ecosystems.– said Mr. Mannuri Vamshi Krishna, Founder & CEO of SafeCredits.
We at Melooha view the Union Budget 2026–27 as a pivotal moment to accelerate India’s leadership in AI-driven consumer platforms and data-led digital services. As AI adoption deepens across sectors, policy emphasis on applied AI, scalable cloud infrastructure, and sovereign data ecosystems will be critical to building globally competitive digital-first businesses. Support for multilingual AI, vernacular computing, and responsible data frameworks can unlock mass-market personalisation at scale, particularly across India’s diverse user base. Incentives for AI-led SaaS innovation, digital skilling, and cross-border service exports will enable Indian platforms to expand globally while remaining rooted in trust and compliance. Simplified regulations and tax rationalisation for digital-native companies can further strengthen India’s position as a hub for next-generation AI-powered consumer technology.– said Mr. Vikram Labhe, Founder & CEO, Melooha.
We at Matrix Geo Solutions expect the Union Budget 2026–27 to accelerate India’s infrastructure and digital transformation by strengthening policy support for geospatial technologies, drone-based surveying, and data-driven planning. Priority should be given to wider adoption of LiDAR, GIS, photogrammetry, and AI-enabled geospatial analytics across national infrastructure, water resources, disaster management, and urban development programs. Enhanced allocations for geospatial data infrastructure, streamlined drone regulations, and incentives for indigenous technology development will improve project accuracy, speed, and cost efficiency. The Budget should also encourage integration of geospatial intelligence with BIM, digital twins, and smart infrastructure platforms. Such measures will enable better decision-making, faster execution of large-scale projects, and position India as a global leader in geospatial engineering, modern surveying, and technology-driven infrastructure development– said Mr Rahul Jain, Managing Director at Matrix Geo Solutions.
As India’s IT services industry and GCC ecosystem continue to scale, the upcoming Union Budget presents an opportunity to reinforce the fundamentals that enable consistent, high-quality delivery. Continued investment in secure, reliable digital and physical infrastructure will further strengthen India’s position as a preferred destination for global capability centers and long-term client programs. In parallel, clear policy direction on AI adoption and workforce readiness will be critical to building a world-class, innovation-driven engineering talent base that can deliver sustained value with confidence and predictability. — said Mr. Girish Hirde, Global Delivery Head at InfoVision.
Oben Electric views the Union Budget 2026-27 as a vital opportunity to strengthen India’s electric mobility journey. While 2025 was a landmark year with EV sales reaching a record 2.3 million units, anchored by 1.28 million two-wheelers, the industry’s long-term health depends on structural tax reforms. A primary concern for domestic manufacturers is the inverted tax structure. While finished EVs attract a 5% GST, the raw materials sourced to build these vehicles are taxed at 18%. This 13% disparity traps vital working capital across the industry, driving up production costs and straining liquidity. Aligning the GST on all EV components to a uniform 5% is essential to support domestic manufacturing and make ‘Make-in-India’ EVs more affordable for the mass market. Furthermore, we believe the next wave of adoption will be led by electric motorcycles. While scooters have seen early success, motorcycles dominate with nearly 70% of India’s two-wheeler landscape but remain significantly under-electrified. To achieve our national 2030 targets, the budget should introduce targeted subsidies and demand incentives specifically for electric motorcycles. Prioritizing this dominant segment will unlock the next level of mass-market electrification and move India closer to a truly self-reliant EV ecosystem.– said Ms. Madhumita Agrawal, Founder & CEO of Oben Electric.
We at Zelio E-Mobility believe India’s electric mobility transition will be driven primarily by two-wheelers, where affordability, daily usability, and scale are the most critical factors. Ground-level adoption trends show that sustainable EV growth depends more on long-term structural enablers than short-term subsidies, making policy stability increasingly important for manufacturers. The Union Budget 2026–27 should prioritise deeper localisation through component-specific PLI support for battery cells, controllers, and power electronics to reduce import dependence and strengthen Make in India. Rationalising GST on electric two-wheelers and enabling priority-style, low-cost financing can accelerate mass adoption more effectively than one-time incentives. A clear national charging roadmap, including a target of 50,000 public charging points by 2027 and mandatory chargers at highways and fuel stations, along with longer-tenure capital, will be essential to building a scalable and resilient EV ecosystem. — said Mr. Kunal Arya, Co-founder & MD of Zelio E Mobility
