Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a post-Budget webinar on education, skills and university townships on March 9. The event will focus on key initiatives announced in the Union Budget 2026-27 and aims to encourage discussion on their implementation.

The webinar will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, academics, startups and students. Meanwhile, participants will discuss ways to strengthen India’s education system, skill development ecosystem and creative economy.

Therefore, the event is expected to promote collaboration between government institutions and industry stakeholders.

🎓 Focus on Education and Skill Development

The upcoming webinar will focus strongly on education reforms and skills training. Government officials plan to examine how the Union Budget 2026-27 initiatives can support learning and employment opportunities.

At the same time, the discussion will explore how education policies can better prepare students for evolving industries. Consequently, participants will review strategies that connect academic learning with workforce demands.

Officials say the webinar aims to discuss the implementation of key education and skills initiatives announced in the national budget.

🎮 AVGC Creator Economy in Focus

A major topic during the webinar will be the AVGC sector — Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming and Comics. This industry continues to expand and now plays an important role in the global creator economy.

Moreover, policymakers believe the sector can generate new employment opportunities for young professionals. Therefore, the government plans to strengthen talent development within this creative field.

One session will examine the creation of AVGC Content Creator Labs. These labs are planned across 15,000 schools and 500 higher education institutions to nurture creative talent and develop technical skills.

🏫 University Townships and Education Infrastructure

The webinar will also address the development of university townships, another initiative linked to the Union Budget. These education hubs aim to combine universities, research centres and skill training institutes in a single ecosystem.

Meanwhile, experts believe such integrated education centres could improve collaboration between academia, industry and research institutions. As a result, students may gain stronger exposure to practical skills and emerging technologies.

🤝 Dialogue Between Government, Industry and Academia

The event will include panel discussions and breakout sessions where participants can share ideas and recommendations. In addition, the sessions will focus on improving coordination among education institutions, policymakers and industry leaders.

The webinar will conclude with a closing session that summarises key discussions and policy priorities. Ultimately, the dialogue aims to support the implementation of education and skill initiatives outlined in the national budget.