ACCA’s Md. Sajid Khan Calls for Union Budget 2026 Focus on Future-Ready Finance Talent and Global-Standard Education

By Md. Sajid Khan, Director – India, ACCA.
Sharing his anticipation for the Union Budget 2026-27 and its potential impact on the industry, Md. Sajid Khan, Director – India, ACCA, said, “As India prepares for the Union Budget 2026, the focus on strengthening the country’s financial and economic ecosystem must go hand in hand with investing in future-ready talent. The accounting and finance profession is undergoing rapid transformation driven by digitalisation, sustainability reporting, AI, and evolving global compliance standards. We hope the upcoming budget prioritises measures that support high-quality professional education aligned with global standards and strong industry–academia collaboration. Incentives for skill-based learning, digital upskilling, and global mobility of Indian professionals will be crucial in positioning India as a hub for world-class finance and accounting talent. Such initiatives can help bridge the skills gap, enhance employability, and ensure India’s workforce remains globally competitive.”