India's education system is very large, with over 30 crore students enrolled in schools and colleges. According to the Economic Survey 2023-24, which was presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, there are 26.52 crore students in schools and 4.33 crore in higher education.

Key points from the survey include:

• Skills Development: Over 11 crore people are learning new skills in various institutions, helping to bridge the skills gap and prepare for the job market.
• New Education Policy 2020: This policy aims to promote continuous learning and improve the education system to support lifelong learning. This is important for India's economic growth and keeping its workforce competitive.
• Growth in Higher Education: More people from underprivileged groups are going to college. Female enrollment in higher education has increased significantly, showing better opportunities for marginalized groups.
• Early Childhood Education: The policy focuses on teaching basic skills to young children and expanding preschool education through programs like 'Poshan bhi Padhai bhi'.

Future Challenges: To keep growing economically, India needs to continue educating and skilling its youth, adapting to new technologies, and addressing education gaps that worsened during the pandemic.