Union Budget 2026: FICCI calls for tax certainty, faster refunds
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News1813-01-2026, 16:23

FICCI Urges Customs, Tax Reforms in Budget 2026 to Boost Manufacturing

  • FICCI seeks faster dispute resolution, simpler tax compliance, and clearer rules for global manufacturers in Budget 2026-27.
  • Addresses over 5.4 lakh pending income tax appeals, urging faster processing, filling vacancies, and timely refunds.
  • Proposes a more practical stay-of-demand framework, allowing bank guarantees instead of mandatory 20% cash deposits.
  • Advocates for tax-neutral fast-track demergers and clarity on contract manufacturing to attract global OEMs to India.
  • Calls for rationalization of TDS rates, restoration of old Associated Enterprise definition, and reforms in buyback taxation.

Why It Matters: FICCI's Budget 2026 recommendations aim to streamline taxes, resolve disputes, and attract global manufacturing to India.

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