evidence: In Short - Government allocates Rs 1.48 lakh crore for education, jobs, and skilling - Department of Higher Education receives a 7.99% increase in funding - Scheme launched to provide internships to 1 crore youth with a monthly allowance [...] The Department of School Education and Literacy has received the highest allocation of Rs 73,498 crore. [...] This budget allocation underscores the government's commitment to improving educational infrastructure and creating job opportunities. Check out the education, jobs and upskilling budget highlights here.