Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Education Budget Share Declines Under Modi Government
The share of the education budget in India has decreased significantly under the Modi government.
Critics argue that this shows a lack of priority on education, while supporters point to other government priorities like infrastructure.
Protests have been held due to repeated exam paper leaks and a lack of accountability.
The data shows that the education budget's share has halved since 2013-14, while the budget for roads and highways has nearly tripled.
The budget for skill development is also very low, despite government promises to focus on it.
The share of the education budget has decreased from 4.6% in 2013-14 to 2.5% in 2025-26.
Protests led by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Repeated exam paper leaks and lack of accountability have intensified criticism of the government.
The budget for roads and highways has nearly tripled in the past 12 years.
The budget for skill development is very low, despite government promises to focus on it.
- Who
- The Modi government and the protesters led by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP)
- What
- Decline in the share of the education budget and repeated exam paper leaks
- When
- Over the past decade, with significant events in recent years
- Where
- India, particularly Delhi's Jantar Mantar
- Why
- To highlight the government's priorities and the impact on education and youth aspirations
Critics of Modi Government
Supporters of Modi Government
Budget Allocation
Critics of Modi Government
The share of the education budget has significantly decreased, indicating a lack of priority on education.
Supporters of Modi Government
The government has other priorities such as infrastructure development, which is crucial for economic growth.
Exam Paper Leaks
Critics of Modi Government
Repeated exam paper leaks and lack of accountability show systemic failures in the education sector.
Supporters of Modi Government
The government is taking steps to address exam paper leaks and improve the education system.
- Education Budget Share in 2013-14
- 4.6%
- Education Budget Share in 2025-26
- 2.5%
- Department of School Education Share Decrease
- Less than half of what it was 12 years ago
- Department of Higher Education Share Decrease
- Around 60% of what it used to be
- Ministry of Skill Development Budget Share
- 0.05%