Footwear, Leather Sectors Get Boost

New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said a focused scheme will be launched for the footwear and leather sectors while steps will be initiated to make India a global toy manufacturing hub.

The government will also launch a mission to support clean technology manufacturing activities, she said while presenting the Union Budget for 2025-26. She said investment as third engine encompasses investing in people, innovation, and economy. Broadband connectivity will be provided to all government secondary schools and primary healthcare centres, Sitharaman said.