The defence budget for Union Budget 2026 is pegged at ₹7.85 lakh crore.
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Union Budget 2026: Defence Budget pegged at ₹7.85 lakh crore; 15% increase over current fiscal
The Union Budget 2026 has allocated ₹7.85 lakh crore for the defence sector, marking a 15% increase over the current fiscal year. This significant boost in defence spending comes in the backdrop of the 'historic success of Operation Sindoor', indicating the government's commitment to strengthening India's defence capabilities. This information will be highly relevant for candidates preparing for competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway, and Defence services.
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This marks a 15% increase over the current fiscal year's defence budget.
The increase in defence outlay is attributed to the 'historic success of Operation Sindoor'.
The defence budget allocation aims to make India's defence system more robust.
The Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commented on the increased defence budget.
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