As India anticipates the upcoming Union Budget, the significance of this momentous occasion in shaping the nation’s economic landscape is understandable. With all eyes on budget 2025, check this space for top highlights and industry/expert commentaries:
Bruce Keith,CEO Cofounder, InvestorAI
2025 is expected to be dominated by global geopolitics and this will cause ongoing market volatility and short-term pain. With the currency already depreciating, I see the immediate impact of Trump Tariffs as being reduced and giving the Government space to re-energise their infrastructure investment. I see India as a destination of choice for overseas investors. However, the Indian government should find more ways to encourage citizens to take part in equity markets – realising that your savings are being eaten by inflation in real terms usually happens too late and tends to disadvantage the lower income strata of society. Budget being once in a year event may not please everyone, but whatever happens, all of us will benefit in the long term from infrastructure especially as demographics defines destiny.
Pankit Desai,CEO Cofounder, Sequretek
“The finance minister must prioritize cybersecurity in the upcoming budget. Given India’s alarming rank among the top four global victims of deepfake and digital arrest attacks, raising awareness about these threats is more important than ever. As the Prime Minister highlighted with “Digital Arrests,” increasing public and industry consciousness is key.
Despite policies, local cybersecurity ecosystems face significant hurdles and need more governmental support, particularly in procurement processes that impede Indian-origin companies from effectively bidding for government contracts. These policies must be revised to foster a more inclusive environment for domestic cybersecurity firms.
The other one is that, while educational institutions have made strides in offering cybersecurity courses, practical skills remain underdeveloped. By supporting educational initiatives to provide hands-on experience, the government can ensure that students graduate with the practical skills required to bolster India’s cybersecurity defenses. More investment in cybersecurity infrastructure at educational institutions can enhance real-world readiness. With strategic investments, India can reinforce its cybersecurity defenses and talent.”
