Increased Allocation for Ministry of Minority Affairs in 2024-25 Budget

The budgetary allocation for the Ministry of Minority Affairs has increased by Rs 574.31 crore to Rs 3,183.24 crore for the financial year 2024-25. This marks an increase from the revised estimate of Rs 2,608.93 crore for 2023-24. Significant funds have been designated for education empowerment and scholarship programs.

The budgetary allocation for the Ministry of Minority Affairs has been increased by Rs 574.31 crore to Rs 3,183.24 crore for the financial year 2024-25, up from the revised estimate of Rs 2,608.93 crore in 2023-24.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented this budget, marking her seventh consecutive presentation. This budget is notable as it is the first of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government's third term in office.

Educational empowerment is a key focus with Rs 1,575.72 crore allocated. Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarships for Minorities will receive Rs 326.16 crore and Rs 1,145.38 crore respectively. Additionally, Rs 910.90 crore has been earmarked for the 'Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram', a major programme of the ministry.