Experts say the government is likely to increase funding for the farm and rural sectors for the coming fiscal year. Tax sops for the middle class and corporate India could also be unveiled, say experts. Analysts would also be closely watching the government's stance on fiscal deficit. The Economic Survey, a report card of the economy's performance in the past one year, called for a pause in fiscal consolidation, leading to concerns that the government could widen its fiscal deficit targets for 2018-19. (Read more)