For the first time since 1947, the Union Budget is going to be completely paperless papers, Soft copies to be made available. The government has received permission from both the Houses of Parliament. The Finance Ministry said that it cannot keep over 100 people in the printing press for a fortnight due to the COVID-19 pandemic situation, sources added.

In the printing of the budget, nearly 100 employees are required who need to stay together for a two week till the papers are printed, sealed, and delivered on the day of the Budget. But, this time due to COVID19, the finance ministry said that it cannot keep 100 people in the printing press for a fortnight. However, soft copies would be made available.

President Ram Nath Kovind will address the joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament on January 29. The Economic Survey would be tabled in the Lok Sabha on January 29 after the President's address. In addition,  comprehensive  COVID protocols would be followed during the session. Like the Monsoon session, the upcoming Budget session is also likely to be held in two shifts -- morning and evening, with each House sitting in one shift using both the chambers.

All the members of the parliament are going to receive the soft copies of the Union Budget. The budget is going to be presented on February 1. The budget session will be held in two parts from January 29 to April 8. The first part of the Budget session would be held from January 29 to February 15, and Part 2 from March 8 to April 8, said Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs.

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