Progressive in intent but short on immediate relief: Hyderabadis

A year after a Budget that won quick approval for its tax cuts, Union Budget 2026 has drawn a more muted response in Hyderabad, with citizens calling it progressive in intent but short on immediate relief.

While the emphasis on long-term economic growth, infrastructure spending and fiscal discipline has found support, the absence of changes to income tax slabs or the standard deduction has left many salaried taxpayers disappointed.