People from different parts of Mumbai gathered outside the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) to watch the live telecast of the Union Budget 2026. Large screens were set up as citizens followed the Finance Minister’s speech and key announcements related to the economy and public welfare (PICS/PTI and AFP)

Office bearers of the Indian Merchants’ Chamber (IMC) watched the presentation of the Union Budget 2026 live on screen at the IMC premises in Churchgate, Mumbai, on February 1, 2026, keenly following key announcements impacting trade and industry (PICS/SHADAB KHAN)