Future-Ready Education and Digital Skills Take Centre Stage in Budget 2026

By:- Mr. Ajay Singh Principal of The Scindia School, Gwalior.

“As an educator, I see the Union Budget 2026 as a thoughtful step towards aligning education with the realities of a rapidly changing world. The proposal to establish Content Creator and ABGC labs in schools and colleges is particularly significant, as it recognises creativity, digital storytelling, design thinking and technology integration as essential life skills. Introducing such exposure at the school level will encourage students to explore emerging industries, think critically and express ideas with confidence, while learning to use technology as a tool for innovation rather than passive consumption.

The proposed High-Powered ‘Education to Employment’ Standing Committee further strengthens this vision by clearly linking education with employability and workforce readiness. Its focus on the services sector and the impact of emerging technologies such as AI shows a clear understanding of how jobs and skills are evolving. For schools, this reinforces the need to move beyond exam-centric learning and equip students with adaptable skills, strong values and real-world preparedness enabling them to contribute meaningfully to India’s growth and the larger goal of a Viksit Bharat.”