India, Feb. 2 -- The Union Budget 2026-27 drew mixed responses from trader organisations, with some calling it visionary and inclusive, while others flagged missed opportunities and concerns for key sectors.

BJP MP and Secretary General of Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), Praveen Khandelwal, described the budget as "an excellent blend of visionary thinking, pragmatic policies and economic empowerment", which would push India firmly towards the goal of Viksit Bharat @2047.

He said linking budget provisions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Swadeshi call would help boost exports and open new global markets.

Emphasising the need to focus on MSMEs, he said, "MSMEs are the backbone of the Indian economy. The measures announced f...