“Union Budget 2026 delivers a transformative vision for India’s digital future. The tax holiday until 2047 for cloud providers leveraging Indian data centers is bold policy-making that positions us as a global hub while advancing our $3 trillion digital economy ambition.
What’s truly significant is recognizing digital infrastructure as the great enabler. Robust telecom networks and data centers don’t serve one sector—they power fintech innovations, telemedicine reaching villages, smart manufacturing, AI research, and digital governance. When we strengthen this foundation, we catalyze growth across every economic horizon.
The Rs 10,000 crore SME Growth Fund and Rs 2,000 crore top-up for the Self-Reliant India Fund are the game-changers. Digital infrastructure deployment relies heavily on SMEs and micro enterprises—from tower installation to network maintenance, from fiber laying to equipment manufacturing. These funds will help scale high-potential firms while keeping smaller players viable, creating a resilient supply chain.
The sustainability measures—exempting customs duty on battery storage and solar glass—demonstrate foresight and powering EV. We’re building infrastructure that serves both Viksit Bharat 2047 and Net Zero 2070 commitments. Green data centers and energy-efficient networks define our future.
The mandatory Indian reseller framework ensures technology transfer and capability building. This Budget validates that strengthening our digital backbone enables India’s transformation into a digitally empowered, economically vibrant, and environmentally responsible nation.”
