New Delhi, March 31 -- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday said the state's school education system has undergone a "structural transformation" over the past four years, citing top rankings in national assessments, higher budgetary allocation and improved academic outcomes.

Presenting the government's education report card under its four-year performance series, Mann said Punjab ranked first in the National Achievement Survey, surpassing traditionally strong performers such as Kerala.

The Chief Minister said the education budget has increased from Rs.12,657 crore in 2021-22 to Rs.19,279 crore in 2026-27, reflecting what he described as a sustained policy focus on strengthening public education.

He added that the government ha...