Focus on growth, long-term aspirations

Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh on Sunday welcomed the Union Budget 2026, describing it as a well-balanced roadmap aligned with India's rapid growth and long-term aspirations. “The Union Budget 2026 presents a well-balanced roadmap that aligns with India's rapid growth trajectory and long-term aspirations,” said Lokesh in a post on X. The Minister said that the budget offers significant opportunities for Andhra Pradesh through initiatives such as the critical minerals’ corridor, high-speed rail connectivity, tax incentives for data centres, a stronger push for electronics manufacturing, and renewed focus on tourism.