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While presenting the interim budget on February 1, 2024, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had stated that, “In the full budget in July, our Government will present a detailed roadmap for our pursuit of ‘Viksit Bharat’.” If India does aim to become a developed country by 2047 as per Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat, the Union Budget 2024 which will be presented on July 23 must prioritise the education of children, who are the future of the country. Read on to find out what experts from the education sector shared with us at Brainfeed about their expectations from the Union Budget 2024.
“The emphasis on increasing women’s participation in the workforce in the 2024 budget is a commendable step towards gender equality and economic growth. By setting up hostels and creating partnerships for women-specific skilling programs, the government is addressing critical barriers to women’s employment. This initiative will empower women, enhance their skills, and provide them with safe and supportive environments. It’s a forward-thinking move that recognizes the untapped potential of women in driving India’s economic progress and social development.”
