The government aims to reduce the fiscal deficit to 4.5% of the GDP by fiscal year 2026, according to the Finance Ministry.The focus will be on improving the quality of public spending and strengthening the social security net for the poor and needy.The Finance Minister is scheduled to present the Budget for 2025-26 on February 1.India's sound macro-economic fundamentals have helped the country sustain economic growth amidst global uncertainties.