<h1>Finance Minister Announces New Savings Schemes for Girls' Education and Marriage; PPF Ceiling Increased to Rs. 1.5 Lakh.</h1> The government prioritizes the welfare of the girl child, as announced by the Finance Minister in the budget speech. A new small savings instrument will be introduced to support the education and marriage needs of girls. Additionally, a National Savings Certificate with an insurance cover will be launched to benefit small savers. The Kishan Vikas Patra (KVP) will be reintroduced, and the ceiling for the Public Provident Fund (PPF) Scheme will be raised from Rs. 1 lakh to Rs. 1.5 lakh per annum.