Decoding India's Union Budget 2026-27: Catalysing Growth, Innovation, and Economic Resilience

ICTRD’s Virtual Round Table – 13 February 2026

ICTRD’s Virtual Round Table held on 13 February 2026 brought together policymakers, industry leaders, academicians, entrepreneurs, skilling experts, and students to discuss the Union Budget 2026–27 and its role in shaping India’s innovation, economic growth, and global competitiveness.

The discussion focused on startups, AI, semiconductor technology, infrastructure, education and skills, MSME development, green energy, manufacturing, and technology-driven economic growth.

Key Theme:

Decoding India’s Union Budget 2026–27: Growth, Innovation, and Economic Resilience
Experts highlighted the importance of startup funding, technological innovation, advanced manufacturing, digital infrastructure, and skill development to support India’s journey towards a resilient and innovation-led economy.

Key Speakers:

Mr. Chinmoy Chatterjee
MD & CEO,
Archisman Infratech India Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. Sitesh Anand
HOD – Mechanical Engineering,
Ramgovind Institute of Technology

Mr. Viral Patel
Chief Executive Officer,
Radha Lifescape LLP

Dr. Meghana Manohar Jalgaonkar
Director,
Mxap Financial Pvt. Ltd.

Dr. Ranjeet Prasad
Director,
Himalayan Vision Production

Dr. Hemant Shyam Sonare
President,
Textile and Industry Sector

Key Message: The Union Budget 2026–27 provides a strong foundation for technology-driven and inclusive growth through innovation, startups, AI, advanced manufacturing, education, skill development, green energy, and stronger support for India’s future-ready economy.