Mr Amit Deshpande, Chief Operating Officer, Centre For Transforming India (CFTI)
The Union Budget for FY 2026 is allocated to improve human capital by linking policies to outcomes in a range of sectors, from the integrated systems for talent and infrastructure in the Khelo India Project to the possibility of integrating AgriStack and ICAR systems with artificial intelligence to improve farm productivity and decision-making. Additionally, the proposed ‘Education to Employment and Enterprise’ Standing Committee and construction of girls’ hostels in STEM educational institutions in each district are meant to provide solutions to both access and employability challenges in India. All these plans and projects show commitment to a future where there are more opportunities available, fewer barriers to access, and more inclusivity and sustainability in economic growth.
