<h1>Assam Budget 2025-26: Rs 2.63 Lakh Crore, Tax Exemption for Low Earners, Green Tea Tax Holiday Extended</h1> The Assam government has unveiled a Rs 2.63 lakh crore budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, featuring a deficit of Rs 620.27 crore. Key proposals include exempting professional tax for individuals earning up to Rs 15,000 monthly, benefiting over 1.43 lakh taxpayers. Additionally, the tax holiday for green tea leaves will be extended for two more years to support the tea industry. The budget projects total receipts of Rs 2,62,913.92 crore and expenditures of Rs 2,60,959.24 crore, resulting in an estimated surplus of Rs 1,954.68 crore, offset by an opening deficit, leading to the final budget deficit.