Analysis reveals stagnation in public investment for health and education in India, indicating ongoing challenges.
Despite the expansion of welfare programmes over the years, public investment in India on health, education, and social protection remains low compared to global standards. Budget 2025–26 continues the trend of stagnation in nominal allocations for schemes like Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme, public distribution system, midday meal scheme, and integrated child development scheme.
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