"This is pro-skill and employment budget with keen focus on the rural segment. It is noteworthy that the FM has shown increased focus on the social sector. Announcements such as 1,500 multi-skill training institutes with an impetus of Rs 1,700 crore, higher education financing agency with a capital of Rs. 1000 crore and the objective to skill 1 crore youth in the next 3 years under the Prandhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana is praiseworthy. Moreover, extending tax relief for hiring unemployed with salaries below Rs. 25,000 to the corporate would provide a boost to job creation. While the proposed digital depository for school leaving certificate is a welcome step, a central mechanism to validate skilled population would have been music to many ears."
- Mr Ninad Karpe, MD and CEO, Aptech Ltd.
- Mr Ninad Karpe, MD and CEO, Aptech Ltd.