Startup Economy & Innovation Ecosystem

India has firmly established itself as the 3rd largest startup ecosystem globally. The narrative has shifted from "Consumer Internet" to "Deep Tech" (Space, AI, Biotech, Quantum), driven by intellectual property (IP) creation. The ecosystem acts as the primary engine for converting demographic dividends into job creators rather than job seekers.

The Innovators & Disruptors

  • Tier-2/Tier-3 Cities: The new growth frontiers, accounting for nearly 50% of recognized startups.
  • Women Entrepreneurs: Gaining momentum, with 48% of recognized startups having at least one-woman director.
  • Academia & Researchers: Beneficiaries of incubation centres (Atal Incubation Centres) bridging the "Lab-to-Market" gap.
  • Investors: VCs, PE firms, and Family Offices benefiting ....
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