How is the Union Budget kept strictly confidential before being presented?
Dharini Mudgal, Published on Jan 31st, 2026

Fifteen days before the Budget's presentation, security at Finance Ministry is tightened, with CISF and Intelligence Bureau officials deployed. One week before the presentation, ministry becomes a no-go zone. Officials involved in Budget-making are closely monitored, and Budget draft remains secret. Full Budget document is printed just 24 hours before Finance Minister presents it in Parliament.
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