The Economic Times

Union Budget 2026: Sitharaman & Co may finally make affordable homes and faster commutes reach the aam aadmi

Budget 2026 is poised at a crossroads, confronted by two urgent issues: halted infrastructure projects and a growing crisis in affordable housing. Young professionals are finding it increasingly difficult to enter the housing market as affordability limits remain unchanged. At the same time, developers are squeezed by rising costs that threaten their viability.