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Budget

Beyond guides, tourism education needs reform

India’s tourism sector is entering a pivotal moment. The recently presented Union Budget 2026–27 lays out an ambitious vision - from enhanced connectivity and cultural circuit development to job creation and workforce skilling.

Treading with caution

While announcing budgets each fiscal year, India has been experimenting on various growth models, some led by capex, others hoping to be triggered by enhanced domestic consumption.

Employment Budget

Politicians can’t afford to have long memories but it was quite amusing to see Congress leaders cry hoarse over the packages given to Andhra and Bihar in the Union budget as “pakodas and jalebis” given to two states while depriving all others.

Coalition Budget

The first budget of this government marks a critical juncture. For the first time in his political career, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is compelled to navigate the delicate terrain of coalition politics, reflecting a shift from his previous dominance with the BJP’s clear majorities.