The state assembly received the highly anticipated Delhi Budget 2025 through the presentation made by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The Delhi Budget belongs to the government led by the BJP this year after AAP had held power for many years. The budget of Rs 1 lakh crore shows a surge of 31.5% compared to the previous fiscal, which prepared an extensive framework for essential sector reforms and gave priority to educational development.
Major Announcements in Delhi Budget 2025
1. Free Laptops for Class 10 Students
The budget allocation of Rs 750 crore established a laptop distribution scheme for 1,200 students graduating from Class 10. The initiative pursues to create digital equality through essential modern educational equipment distribution to students.
2. Launch of CM SHRI Schools
CTO Rekha Gupta criticized the former AAP government for administrative deception about school education enhancement. The launch of CM SHRI Schools became official during her announcement, which derived from PM SHRI Schools under the New Education Policy (NEP).
The educational establishments work to transform public education standards by developing students holistically.
The establishment of CM SHRI Schools along with their development received Rs 100 crore funding through the FY26 budget.
3. Modernizing Education: Smart Classes & Computer Labs
The Delhi government has initiated multiple measures for school modernization in government institutions.
Rs 50 crore has been allocated to create 175 new computer labs for government schools.
The allotted funds of Rs 100 crore will support smart classroom development for digital learning programs that enhance interactive educational experiences.
A ‘Historic Budget’ for Delhi
During the budget presentation for 2025, CM Rekha Gupta described it as a milestone budget dedicated to advance the development and governance of Delhi. The education sector occupies a key position in the government’s initiatives because it has received new policies alongside digital initiatives to provide quality education to students.
Government funding for Delhi students’ infrastructure education and digital access has received a substantial increase as part of their dedication to education development. These reforms will drive educational system changes throughout Delhi, which will create a digitally proficient, skilled future student population.
This page will update readers regarding how different sectors are affected by Delhi Budget 2025.
