Union Budget 2026 has introduced a suite of initiatives designed to propel content creation in India. The headline act is the rollout of AVGC labs in 15,000 secondary schools and 500 colleges, ensuring young students master animation, gaming, and video editing. Parallel to this, the National Destination Digital Knowledge Grid will digitize historical sites, creating a surge in demand for cultural and educational content. Creators stand to benefit from the new National Design Institution in the East and IIM-backed training programs for 10,000 tourist guides. Narrative facilities at 15 sites, including Sarnath and Lothal, are set to be enhanced, aiding creators who produce visually rich and research-based content. With significant capital allocated for broadcasting and publicity, these measures ensure that the Indian content ecosystem remains robust, innovative, and globally competitive.
