The Economic Times

Budget 2026: Sitharaman backs Orange Economy, shifts focus on animation, visual effects, gaming & comics sector

India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced new support for the 'Orange Economy' in the Union Budget 2026-27. This includes setting up content creator labs in schools and colleges to boost the animation, visual effects, gaming, and comics sector. The government sees creativity-led sectors as key drivers for employment and economic growth.