Agartala, February 02, 2026: Tripura Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha on Monday described the Union Budget for the financial year 2026–27 as “historic,” asserting that it reflects the aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians and strengthens the roadmap toward a developed India.

Speaking at a press conference at the state BJP headquarters in Agartala city, the Chief Minister said this year’s budget places special emphasis on agriculture and healthcare. He noted that the proposal to establish a medical hub will help create professional human resources in the health sector. In addition, the Centre has offered major relief to patients suffering from cancer and rare diseases by exempting customs duty on 17 cancer drugs and seven medicines for rare conditions. The budget also proposes setting up a second National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in North India.

Dr. Saha further pointed out that 41 percent of the nation’s total revenue has been earmarked for states, ensuring Tripura’s share in the allocation. He emphasized that the budget gives special attention to tourism potential in the Northeast, with plans to preserve and modernize temples and monasteries to make them more attractive as pilgrimage and tourist destinations. “This will boost Tripura’s tourism industry and accelerate socio-economic development,” he said.

Highlighting support for small-scale industries, the Chief Minister said the budget places strong focus on micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), alongside traditional handicrafts. “Entrepreneurs will gain new strength and opportunities to move from the local level to the global stage,” he remarked.

Calling the budget truly historic, Dr. Saha said it embodies trust-based governance and a human-centric economic framework. He added that it also seeks to balance fiscal deficit reduction, inflation control, and high capital expenditure to ensure robust economic growth.