“The Union Budget 2026 presents a forward-looking vision for bridging skill development with infrastructure growth, particularly in emerging sectors like construction technology and digital engineering. The government’s announcement of five university townships near industrial and logistics corridors is a significant step towards strengthening industry-academia collaboration and creating a skilled workforce aligned with real infrastructure demands. Additionally, the focus on NSQF-aligned skill programmes and technology-driven education frameworks will help prepare youth for specialised construction and design roles.
The strong emphasis on domestic manufacturing of advanced construction and infrastructure equipment, along with revival of 200 legacy industrial clusters, is expected to generate significant demand for trained technical professionals. As construction increasingly integrates digital tools such as BIM, AI-driven project planning, and sustainable design technologies, policy support for digital education and vocational training will play a crucial role in future-proofing India’s workforce and accelerating infrastructure-led economic growth.”
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