By Shriram PM Monga, Co-Founder, SRED Real Estate Advisory.
“As India’s retail market moves towards a $2 trillion opportunity, Budget 2026–27 has a critical role in strengthening consumption and modern retail infrastructure. Measures such as wider adoption of the Model Shops Act, priority status for food and beverage retail, easier credit for MSMEs and rationalised taxes can significantly improve ease of doing business. A supportive policy framework will help organised and traditional retail grow together, deepen employment and reinforce domestic demand.”