Guwahati: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday hailed the Union Budget 2026-27 as “reform-oriented,” saying the entire eastern region, including Assam, will “benefit meaningfully” from its provisions.In a post on X, Sarma said the “#ViksitBharatBudget2026budget” maintained “a fine balance between India’s global aspirations and grassroots development.” He said the emphasis on skilling aligns with Assam’s vision to become a hub for skilled professionals in healthcare, AI and allied sectors.
Sarma said targeted support for fisheries, commercial farming and Amrit Sarovars will benefit farmers and cooperatives, while new tourism circuits in the northeast and investments in infrastructure and public transport in Tier-3 and Tier-4 towns will accelerate Assam’s urbanisation and connectivity.With Assam assembly elections likely in March-April, Sarma highlighted measures which he said would directly benefit the state. He welcomed the announcement of Self-Help Marts (SHE-Marts), saying they would strengthen Assam’s push to build an ecosystem of “Lakhpati Didis” under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan (MMUA).“This Budget provides Rs 2 lakh crore under the Special Assistance to states for capital investment, which will accelerate infrastructure activities in Assam,” he said.Sarma said the Budget for FY’27 has earmarked Rs 6,812 crore for the development of the northeast, and praised what he called its “continued emphasis on fiscal discipline and price stability.”He added that the focus on the Orange Economy will open new avenues for creative talent and content creators in the region.“We also welcome decision to upgrade the National Mental Health Institute at Tezpur, which will significantly strengthen specialised healthcare services in Assam,” he added.Sarma reiterated the provision of Rs 2 lakh crore under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment, and the allocation of Rs 6,812 crore for the northeast, saying it underlined the Modi govt’s focus on the region. “The budget’s continued emphasis on fiscal discipline and price stability is equally commendable,” he wrote.
