Maharashtra's education budget allocation declines despite increase in total funding
Maharashtra's budget allocation for education, sports, arts, and culture has increased by Rs 7,000 crore for 2025-26, yet its share in the total budget has fallen to 13.9%. Much of the allocation covers salaries, prompting concerns about underspending on development and rising privatisation. A continued push for the National Education Policy has also been highlighted, particularly support for girl students.
Maharashtra's budget allocation for education, sports, arts, and culture has increased by Rs 7,000 crore for 2025-26, yet its share in the total budget has fallen to 13.9%. Much of the allocation covers salaries, prompting concerns about underspending on development and rising privatisation. A continued push for the National Education Policy has also been highlighted, particularly support for girl students.
