As India prepares for the Union Budget 2026, CNBC-AWAAZ is gearing up for comprehensive, high-impact coverage anchored around a powerful theme, “Aatma Nirbhar Bharat ka Dum”, focusing on India’s growing economic strength and self-reliance.
The Union Budget 2026–27 will be presented on February 1, 2026, and remains India’s most important financial event, shaping the everyday lives of the common man, from income, savings and taxation to jobs, prices and long-term financial security.
The channel’s special budget editorial team will decode the Union Budget in real time, simplifying complex numbers and policy details into clear, actionable insights, supported by in-depth pre- and post-Budget programming throughout the week.
CNBC-AWAAZ continues to be the preferred destination for Budget coverage, backed by a 21-year legacy of trusted journalism. Over the years, audiences have relied on the channel for clarity, depth, and real-time insights into one of the country’s most important economic events.
Anchored in clarity and credibility, this year’s Budget programming will track how government measures strengthen India’s self-reliance across critical sectors, including manufacturing, infrastructure, MSMEs, SMEs, startups, agriculture, defence, energy, technology and financial inclusion.
With its trademark focus on the investor and household decision-maker, CNBC-AWAAZ will closely decode announcements impacting middle-class families, senior citizens, entrepreneurs, small businesses, professionals and first-time investors.
Through sharp, expert-led discussions and in-depth analysis, the channel will break down how budget announcements support Make in India, job creation, domestic manufacturing, innovation, export growth and ease of doing business, while also examining their implications for markets, investments and personal finance.
More than just policy headlines, “Aatma Nirbhar Bharat ka Dum” aims to capture India’s economic strength at the grassroots level, empowering viewers to understand and participate confidently in the country’s growth journey.
Power-packed expert line-up
With an unmatched line-up of market leaders and domain experts, CNBC-AWAAZ’s Budget Day coverage will feature voices that shape India’s investment and economic discourse. The programming will be led by Budget Editors Rahul Arora (Ashika Institutional Equities), Gurmeet Chadha (Complete Circle) and Ashish Chaturmohta (JM Financial), while the channel’s renowned Budget Gurus, Nilesh Shah (Kotak AMC), Saurabh Mukherjea(Marcellus), Sunil Singhania (Abakkus), Vijay Kedia (Kedia Securities) and tax expert Sharad Kohli, will decode policy announcements and market implications in real time. Big-ticket guests joining the coverage through the day include Navneet Munot (HDFC AMC), Prashant Khemka (White Oak Capital), Raamdeo Agrawal (Motilal Oswal), Madhu Kela (MK Ventures) and Amisha Vora (Prabhudas Lilladher), ensuring viewers receive deep, diverse and credible perspectives on every aspect of the Union Budget.
Further, from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, the channel’s popular ‘Tech Panchayat’ will bring together India’s top technical analysts to track live market movements, offering real-time trading insights and strategy guidance as budget announcements unfold.
Anuj Singhal, Managing Editor, CNBC-AWAAZ & CNBC BAJAR, said, “Aatma Nirbhar Bharat ka Dum’ is not just a Budget theme for us, it is a reflection of India’s economic confidence today. Our focus is on decoding how Budget 2026 strengthens domestic capabilities, supports wealth creation, and empowers the middle class, entrepreneurs and investors to participate meaningfully in India’s growth story. At CNBC-AWAAZ, we will explain every announcement in the simplest possible manner, so viewers can clearly see the opportunity behind every policy decision.
Smriti Mehra, CEO – English & Business News, Network18, said “The Union Budget 2026 is a defining moment for households, businesses, and investors alike, and viewers place their trust in CNBC-AWAAZ for in-depth and real-time coverage. With ‘Aatma Nirbhar Bharat ka Dum’, CNBC-AWAAZ reinforces its core promise of delivering clear, credible, and actionable insights that truly matter to viewers. Our thoughtfully curated Budget programming will cut through complexity and analyse its real-world impact, empowering audiences to understand the budget and make informed financial decisions with confidence. We also thank our partners for their support in bringing this comprehensive Budget coverage to our viewers.”
Budget Booster: TV + Social
Adding a digital-first edge, CNBC-AWAAZ is rolling out a “Budget Booster” experience, combining the power of television and social media. Viewers can watch, engage and stay updated anytime, anywhere, ensuring no critical announcement or market cue is missed.
Backed by strong editorial depth and the collective wisdom of India’s leading financial minds, CNBC-AWAAZ’s Budget narrative reflects the nation’s confidence, capability and commitment to a self-reliant future.