Government Schemes and Policy · 21 March 2026

Punjab Sikhya Kranti 2.0 launched with Rs 3,500 Crore outlay

Exam-focused facts from the 21 March 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • The Punjab Government launched Punjab Sikhya Kranti 2.0 in collaboration with the World Bank.
  • The six-year reform programme has a total investment of Rs 3,500 Crore.
  • World Bank loan assistance provides Rs 2,500 Crore and the Punjab Government contributes Rs 1,000 Crore.