Gender budgeting share in total expenditure rises to 6.8% from 4.5% in 2014, up 18.9% in FY25 (YoY): RBI

India has successfully implemented gender budgeting policies over the past 20 years, increasing the gender budget share to 6.8% of total expenditure by 2024. The 2024-25 allocation is Rs 3.27 lakh crore, with new categories introduced to enhance transparency. These initiatives have advanced gender equity in key areas like education, healthcare, and infrastructure.