The Union Budget for 2025 presents a significant chance to support the NEP's objectives.
The future of India's educational system will be greatly influenced by the Union Budget 2025–26, which is scheduled to be delivered on February 1. Enhancing education and skill development is a top priority as the BJP-led NDA government begins its third term, particularly with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 in the forefront."The government places a lot of emphasis on implementing the National Education Policy (NEP), especially in the areas of skill development and digital education. Increased funding for these projects is anticipated in the budget, as they are essential to modernizing India's educational system, according to Poshak Agrawal, co-founder of Athena Education.
The Department of School Education and Literacy received the greatest share of the Rs 1.48 lakh crore allotted by the government for education, employment, and skill development in the 2024 Budget, which came to Rs 73,498 crore. Since 2015, India has also continuously allocated more than 4% of its GDP to education. But by 2035, the NEP wants to raise the higher education sector's Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) to 50%. The 2025 Budget must offer the required assistance in order to do this.
The necessity of making investments in digital infrastructure was emphasized by Mr. Sumit Kumar, Chief Strategy Officer of TeamLease Degree Apprenticeship. "Bridging the digital divide and guaranteeing equitable access to high-quality education can be achieved by improving digital infrastructure, such as by building modern classrooms, increasing high-speed internet connectivity, and developing accessible online learning platforms."
Enhancing teacher preparation is yet another essential component of the NEP. Mr. Anthony Fernandes, the founder of Shaalaa.com, stated, "The government has previously emphasised the importance of allocating sufficient funds for teacher training and capacity-building programmes under the NEP."
Teacher training was also emphasized by Mr. Vinu Warrier, Managing Partner of eduVelocity, who stated, "We absolutely hope that the government allocates sufficient funds for teacher training and capacity-building programs under the NEP."
The Union Budget for 2025 presents a significant chance to support the NEP's objectives. By emphasizing teacher training, skill development, and digital education, the budget can significantly contribute to the future improvement of India's educational system.
Teacher training was also emphasized by Mr. Vinu Warrier, Managing Partner of eduVelocity, who stated, "We absolutely hope that the government allocates sufficient funds for teacher training and capacity-building programs under the NEP."
The Union Budget for 2025 presents a significant chance to support the NEP's objectives. By emphasizing teacher training, skill development, and digital education, the budget can significantly contribute to the future improvement of India's educational system.
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