News & Media 12th Jan 2026

Budget 2026 Wishlist: Why Section 80D tax deduction for health insurance premium should be allowed in new tax regime

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Rahul CharkhaPartner | Pune

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Our Partner, Rahul Charkha shares his insight in The Economic Times article, “Budget 2026 wishlist: Why Section 80D deduction should be allowed in new tax regime.”
He highlights that allowing Section 80D deductions for health insurance premiums even in the new tax regime could meaningfully reduce out-of-pocket healthcare expenses for taxpayers and encourage broader participation in health coverage, aligning tax policy with evolving cost realities.

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