Parliamentary panel moots higher education spending, says NEP's 6% GDP target unmet
Published on: June 17, 2026, 6:01 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
A parliamentary committee has flagged current higher education funding as inadequate. It urges an increase to six percent of GDP, aligning with the National Education Policy-2020. The committee noted a lack of significant growth in enrollment ratios. The government stated allocations are based on departmental needs and within budget ceilings.
