#Budget2024 | FM Sitharaman Announces PM's ₹2 Lakh Crore Youth Employment and Skilling Package

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, during the #Budget2024 announcement, introduced a comprehensive package aimed at boosting employment, skilling, and opportunities for India's youth. The Prime Minister's package encompasses five schemes and initiatives designed to benefit 4.1 crore youth over the next five years, backed by a substantial central outlay of ₹2 lakh crores. For the current year, the budget allocates ₹1.48 lakh crores specifically for education, employment, and skilling programs. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to enhancing youth employability and creating a skilled workforce to drive the nation's economic growth.