Parliament panel moots higher education spending, says NEP’s 6% GDP target unmet
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Summary
The Committee noted that the percentage increase in the Department of Higher Education's budget estimates (BE) for 2025-26 vis-a-vis the BE for 2024-25 was lower than the previous year
Key Facts
Type Budget
Source The Hindu - National
Published Thursday, 18 June 2026
Affected Population ~350 million students, 10 million teachers
Key Numbers
Education budget: Rs 1.25 lakh crore (2025-26)
1.5 million schools, 1,100+ universities
70% gross enrollment ratio target by 2030
GDP: $3.9 trillion (2025 est.)
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right