The Economic Times

India Budget 2026: Affordable housing allocation rises, but industry left wanting more

The Union Budget 2026-27 has boosted funding for government housing initiatives. However, the affordable housing sector did not receive new sector-specific announcements. This has caused concern as affordable housing sales have declined significantly since the pandemic. Increased allocations for Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana schemes aim to address housing needs across rural and urban areas.