By Vivek K Singh, CMD, SNVA Veranda
The Union Budget 2026–27 is a Yuva Shakti–driven budget that places India’s youth at the heart of national growth. With education allocations crossing ₹1.28 lakh crore, the budget clearly positions education, skills, and technology as engines of economic progress. The renewed focus on strengthening higher education through improved academic quality, expanded digital infrastructure, and enhanced research capacity will help Indian students access globally competitive learning environments and accelerate innovation-led growth, strengthening India’s knowledge economy.
A strong push towards skilling and employability aims to benefit young learners through vocational education, industry-academia partnerships, and hands-on training programs. By aligning education with market demand, the budget addresses employability challenges, supports job creation, and builds a skilled workforce critical for sustaining India’s $5 trillion economy ambition.
The integration of AI in education marks a forward-looking shift, with investments in AI-enabled learning platforms, smart classrooms, and data-driven assessment tools expected to impact millions of students nationwide. Combined with a focus on future skills in data science, automation, fintech, and green technologies, the budget prepares India’s youth for next-generation jobs while reinforcing the country’s position in the global digital and innovation economy.