Budget gives broadband boost to education spectrum – The Times of India

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a significant increase in allocation for the education sector, focusing on last-mile broadband connectivity in rural schools that were worst hit by insufficient internet coverage during Covid. Infrastructure expansion for IITs, medical education and AI in learning were also among the Budget highlights.The digital push is expected to boost broadband…

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Union Budget 2025 for education sector: FM Nirmala Sitharaman announces Rs 500cr AI centre, more IIT seats and 50,000 tinkering labs; highlights – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday presented her eighth consecutive budget, emphasising the middle class, national growth, and infrastructure. During her speech, Sitharaman said that the government reaffirmed its commitment to achieving ‘Viksit Bharat‘ by eliminating poverty, ensuring quality education, and providing affordable and comprehensive healthcare.While addressing the Parliament, Sitharaman quoted renowned…

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