The Live Ahmedabad
  • Home
  • Ahd City
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Education
  • Crime
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Featured

The Live Ahmedabad

  • Home
  • Ahd City
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Education
  • Crime
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Featured
Ahmedabad City

Gujarat Announces Rs 3.7 Lakh Crore In Budget With Major Push For Education, Infra

by TLAteam February 20, 2025February 20, 2025
written by TLAteam February 20, 2025February 20, 2025
Gujarat Announces Rs 3.7 Lakh Crore In Budget With Major Push For Education, Infra

Gujarat Finance Minister Kanu Desai on Thursday presented the state budget for 2025-26 in the Assembly, with a record allocation of Rs 3,70,250 crore. This marks the fourth consecutive budget under his leadership, focusing on education, infrastructure, skill development, and social welfare.

Business News

A major highlight is the Rs 59,999 crore allocation for education, reinforcing Gujarat’s commitment to modernizing its education system to align with global standards and the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.

The budget places a strong emphasis on improving education quality and accessibility. The Mission Schools of Excellence programme will receive Rs 2,914 crore, enabling structural improvements in over 25,000 classrooms. The Namo Lakshmi Yojana has been allocated Rs 1,250 crore to promote girls’ education, while Rs 782 crore will be spent under the Right to Education (RTE) Act to support students in private schools. The Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhana Yojana will benefit 2.5 lakh students with an allocation of Rs 250 crore, and Rs 223 crore has been earmarked for student travel concessions in State Transport (ST) buses.

The Gyan Shakti Residential Schools of Excellence will receive Rs 200 crore to enhance residential education facilities. Scholarships also see a significant push, with Rs 100 crore for the Gyan Sadhana Merit Scholarship, benefiting 75,000 students, and Rs 70 crore for the Gyan Setu Merit Scholarship, assisting 90,000 students. The recruitment of over 22,000 teachers in government and aided schools is also underway, addressing staff shortages and improving education quality. A substantial portion of the budget is dedicated to infrastructure development, with a focus on roadways, public transportation, and smart city initiatives.

Key investments include Rs 5,000 crore for road expansion projects, Rs 4,000 crore for smart cities, and Rs 3,500 crore for urban housing projects. The government aims to enhance connectivity between industrial hubs and rural areas, boosting economic growth. The healthcare sector has been allotted over Rs 40,000 crore, with plans to establish new hospitals and upgrade existing facilities.

A key initiative includes the integration of AI-based diagnostics in government hospitals to enhance patient care. The Ayushman Bharat Yojana has been allocated Rs 3,200 crore, ensuring wider healthcare coverage for low-income families.

Gujarat continues its focus on women’s empowerment with Rs 15,000 crore allocated to the schemes for nutrition, financial independence, and safety. The Namo Lakshmi Yojana and Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyam Yojana are key initiatives that encourage education and entrepreneurship among women.

The government also plans to strengthen anganwadis and child nutrition programmes, ensuring better healthcare for children in rural and urban areas.

With Gujarat emerging as an industrial hub, the budget emphasizes job creation and entrepreneurship. The state has allocated Rs 10,000 crore towards skill development and startup incentives, focusing on IT, AI, renewable energy, and manufacturing sectors. New training centres and incubation hubs will be established to equip youth with industry-ready skills. To support Gujarat’s agricultural sector, the government has set aside Rs 25,000 crore for irrigation, smart farming techniques, and crop insurance subsidies.

The Mukhyamantri Kisan Yojana will receive a major boost, ensuring better irrigation facilities and financial support for farmers. The focus is on sustainable agriculture, water conservation, and the adoption of technology-driven farming practices. Gujarat has committed Rs 12,000 crore towards solar, wind, and hydrogen power projects. The state aims to increase its solar capacity by 5,000 MW and invest in electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, making Gujarat a major player in India’s green energy transition.

Finance Minister Desai presented the budget in a red-coloured ‘pothi’ (ledger book), rather than the traditional briefcase. The pothi was adorned with Warli paintings and Ahir embroidery, symbolizing Gujarat’s rich tribal and folk artistry. The Ashoka Stambh was also prominently featured, reflecting national pride and governance.

0 comment
previous post
Maha Kumbh 2025 to end with all seven planets of Solar System visible from India
next post
Amul milk parlour burgled in Ahmedabad, ₹30,000 stolen

You may also like

Part of old building collapses in Shahibaug; 16...

June 17, 2025

Air India Flight AI-159 from Ahmedabad to London...

June 17, 2025

100-metre steel bridge installed for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train...

June 17, 2025

Four cars crash into same divider in Gota...

June 16, 2025

Over 100 animals and birds died in plane...

June 16, 2025

Gujarat Govt Deploys Grief Counsellors, 230 Teams to...

June 16, 2025

Chemical Truck Overturns on Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway, Causing Panic...

June 15, 2025

Ahmedabad Crash: 5 Buildings Vacated, Over 150 PG...

June 14, 2025

Is Air Travel Getting Riskier? Scientists Explain the...

June 14, 2025

Air India AI 171 Crash Toll Rises to...

June 14, 2025

Leave a Comment Cancel Reply

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

Business News

Recent Posts

  • 7 Air India International Flights Cancelled Amid Technical Concerns; DGCA Summons Airline Officials

    June 17, 2025
  • Air India Flight from Delhi to Paris Cancelled After Issues Detected in Pre-Flight Checks

    June 17, 2025
  • Part of old building collapses in Shahibaug; 16 people rescued by fire brigade

    June 17, 2025
  • ‘Move Out of Tehran’: Indian Embassy Issues Advisory to Citizens in Iran Amid Ongoing Israeli Strikes

    June 17, 2025
  • Air India Flight AI-159 from Ahmedabad to London Cancelled After Technical Glitch

    June 17, 2025
February 2025
MTWTFSS
 12
3456789
10111213141516
17181920212223
2425262728 
« Jan Mar »
The Live Ahmedabad
Footer Logo
  • Home
  • Ahd City
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Education
  • Crime
  • Health
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Featured
  • Privacy Policy
  • Disclaimer
  • Cookie Policy
  • Terms of use
  • Advertise with Us
  • Work With Us
  • Contact Us

© 2021 - The Live Ahmedabad. All Rights Reserved.