New DelhI, Feb. 1 -- Union Ministers Rajnath Singh and Ashwini Vaishnaw hailed the Finance Minister Nirmalaraman's Budget speech of 2026 presented in the Parliament on Sunday.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the budget strengthens the balance between security, development, and self-reliance, adding that the main focus of the budget was thrust on a series of reforms for the three professional armed forces

"... This budget lives up to the sentiments and expectations of the people. Furthermore, this budget provides a strong foundation for PM Modi's vision of a self-reliant India and a developed India by 2047, with adequate provisions made for the upliftment of all sections of society. This budget allocates Rs 7.85 lakh crore for t...