Tag: Union Budget 2024

The Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA government has placed a significant emphasis on skill development in the Union Budget 2024, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 23, 2024. This focus aligns with the goals set forth in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, aiming to equip the youth with essential skills for the future. The budget emphasizes a holistic approach to skill development, involving collaboration between the government, industry, and youth to create a skilled and employable workforce. The Union Budget 2024 placed a strong emphasis on skill development, recognizing its crucial role in creating a skilled workforce ... Read more

नई दिल्ली: मोदी 3.0 के पहले बजट में विकसित भारत का खाका खींचा गया है. बजट में किसानों, मिडिल क्लास, युवाओं, महिलाओं, छोटे निवेशकों और सैलरीड क्लास का खास ख्याल रखा गया है. पहली बार बजट में रोजगार परक स्किल पर दिया गया जोर दिया गया. ये एक स्वागत योग्य कदम है. इसका फायदा 1 करोड़ युवाओं को पांच साल के दौरान मिलेगा. विकसित भारत का खाका खींचने में एक मुद्दा डेमोग्राफिक डिविडेंट का आता है. डेमोग्राफिक डिविडेंट का अगर अधिकतम इस्तेमाल करना है, दुनिया में हमारे देश की स्थिति को अगर मजबूत करना है, तो सबसे पहले हमारे युवाओं ... Read more

NEW DELHI: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Interim Budget 2024-25 today. The budget outlined the government’s agenda for the remaining term. During her budget speech in Parliament, FM Sitharaman emphasised on the growth of higher educational institutions, the rise in the number of women enrolling in STEM courses over the past decade and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 driving significant transformative changes.Additionally, her speech also indicated that the government is planning to establish more medical colleges. Let’s shed some light on what Sitharaman said about the Modi government’s future roadmap for the education sector and what all has ... Read more

Union Budget 2024 is eagerly awaited by the education sector, seeking increased allocations and a robust foundation for the National Education Policy (NEP). Stakeholders anticipate a focus on effective NEP implementation, enhanced funding for design education, and technological advancements to propel education towards a brighter future.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Interim Budget 2024-25 on February 1. The full Budget for FY25 will be presented after the formation of the new government following the general elections. The Interim Budget will contain details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government until the formation of the new government. Here is what experts expect for the education sector from the Interim Budget: Viksit Bharat Galgotias University CEO Dr Dhruv Galgotia said he eagerly anticipates a budget that not only prioritises education but harmonises seamlessly with the ambitious Viksit Bharat vision. Galgotia further expressed ... Read more

NEW DELHI: The Indian government has initiated several measures and reforms to implement the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. In continuation of these efforts, further assistance is expected in the forthcoming budget 2024.To encourage learner-centric education, the National Credit Framework (NCrF), National Higher Education Qualification Framework, Academic Bank of Credit (ABC), and multiple entry/exit schemes have been introduced. Currently, over 1600 universities and colleges, along with more than 2.75 crore students, have enrolled on the ABC platform. Going ahead, there will be a requirement for the dissemination of information, providing support to educational institutions, and enhancing the functionalities of the ... Read more

The education sector is looking forward to the upcoming Union Budget on February 01, 2024 (Interim), with expectations of some noteworthy announcements. These include advancements in digital infrastructure for education, possible reductions in GST for digital education, reforms in student loans, an emphasis on skill-centric education, and support for innovation in educational technology (EdTech).“As the country moves to restructure its education system, the reaffirmation of the teacher as a critical member in this journey gains greater emphasis.In this context, effective and ongoing professional development to upskill and equip teachers becomes vital. If education is to be transformative in nature, then ... Read more