Budget 2026: Sitharaman Boosts Youth Skills, Announces Labs, New Design Institute

• Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2026 focuses on youth skill development and employment generation.
• A 12-week training program with IIMs will train 10,000 tourist guides in modern skills.
• Content labs will be set up in 15,000 secondary schools for digital, creative, and technical training.
• Seven new Ayurveda institutions and training for 1.5 lakh caregivers for wellness and yoga services are planned.
• A new design institute in Eastern India aims to foster design, innovation, and employment for youth.

Why It Matters: Budget 2026 prioritizes youth skill development, digital literacy, and employment across key sectors.