Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (March 9, 2026) stressed the need to strengthen the connection between India’s education system and the real-world economy. He said that the country must move faster in preparing students with skills that match the needs of modern industries.
The Prime Minister made these remarks while speaking at a post-budget webinar organised by the government. During his address, he said that India’s education sector should focus more on practical knowledge and job-oriented skills so that students are better prepared for future opportunities.
Mr. Modi explained that education should not remain limited to textbooks and classrooms. Instead, it should help students understand real-life problems, new technologies, and the demands of industries. By linking education with the economy, students can gain skills that will help them contribute to the country’s growth.
He also highlighted the growing importance of emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, and digital tools. According to him, the education system should increase its focus on these subjects so that young people can take advantage of the opportunities created by technological advancements.
The Prime Minister said that India has a large youth population, and providing them with the right education and skills will play a major role in the country’s development. He encouraged educational institutions, industries, and government bodies to work together to create better training programmes and learning opportunities.
Mr. Modi also pointed out that rapid technological changes are transforming the global economy. Therefore, it is important for India to prepare its workforce with modern skills to remain competitive in the future.
The government has already taken several steps in recent years to improve the education system, including introducing reforms aimed at promoting innovation, skill development, and digital learning.
The Prime Minister concluded by saying that stronger collaboration between the education sector and industries will help build a skilled workforce and support India’s economic progress in the coming years.