As India gears up for the Union Budget 2026–27, CNBC-AWAAZ has announced an expansive and high-impact editorial line-up under the theme ‘Aatma Nirbhar Bharat ka Dum’, highlighting India’s growing economic strength and journey towards self-reliance. The Union Budget, to be presented on February 1, 2026, remains the country’s most significant financial event, directly influencing incomes, savings, taxation, employment, prices and long-term financial security for millions of Indians.

According to a press release, the channel’s special Budget coverage will focus on decoding policy decisions and financial numbers in real time, translating complex announcements into clear and actionable insights for viewers. CNBC-AWAAZ’s editorial team will deliver in-depth pre-Budget and post-Budget programming throughout the week, ensuring audiences remain informed before, during and after Budget Day.

With a 21-year legacy of trusted financial journalism, CNBC-AWAAZ continues to be a preferred destination for Budget coverage. Over the years, the channel has built strong credibility by offering clarity, depth and timely analysis of India’s most important economic developments. This year’s programming will closely track how government measures strengthen self-reliance across key sectors such as manufacturing, infrastructure, MSMEs, SMEs, startups, agriculture, defence, energy, technology and financial inclusion.

Staying true to its core audience, CNBC-AWAAZ will place a strong emphasis on Budget announcements that affect middle-class households, senior citizens, entrepreneurs, professionals, small businesses and first-time investors. Through expert-led discussions and sharp analysis, the channel will examine how policy decisions support Make in India, job creation, domestic manufacturing, innovation, exports and ease of doing business, while also assessing their impact on markets, investments and personal finance.

The Budget Day coverage will feature an extensive line-up of market leaders and domain experts. The programming will be led by Budget Editors Rahul Arora of Ashika Institutional Equities, Gurmeet Chadha of Complete Circle and Ashish Chaturmohta of JM Financial. CNBC-AWAAZ’s well-known Budget Gurus, including Nilesh Shah, Saurabh Mukherjea, Sunil Singhania, Vijay Kedia and tax expert Sharad Kohli, will decode policy announcements and market reactions in real time. The coverage will also include insights from prominent voices such as Navneet Munot, Prashant Khemka, Raamdeo Agrawal, Madhu Kela and Amisha Vora, offering viewers diverse and credible perspectives through the day.

Adding to the market focus, the channel’s popular ‘Tech Panchayat’ will run from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, bringing together leading technical analysts to track live market movements and provide real-time trading strategies as Budget announcements unfold.

Anuj Singhal, Managing Editor, CNBC-AWAAZ and CNBC BAJAR, said the theme reflects India’s current economic confidence. He noted that the channel’s focus is on explaining how Budget 2026 strengthens domestic capabilities, supports wealth creation and empowers the middle class, entrepreneurs and investors to actively participate in India’s growth story through clear and simple explanations.

Smriti Mehra, CEO – English and Business News, Network18, said the Union Budget 2026 is a defining moment for households, businesses and investors. She added that CNBC-AWAAZ’s carefully curated programming aims to cut through complexity and analyse the real-world impact of Budget decisions, enabling viewers to make informed financial choices with confidence.

Strengthening its digital presence, CNBC-AWAAZ is also introducing a ‘Budget Booster’ initiative that combines television and social media, allowing viewers to stay updated anytime and anywhere. With strong editorial depth and the collective wisdom of India’s leading financial experts, the channel’s Budget 2026 coverage aims to reflect the nation’s confidence, capability and commitment to a self-reliant future.