Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Startup India initiative on its ninth anniversary. He said it has made India one of the most exciting places for startups in the world. “It is a landmark initiative that has redefined innovation, entrepreneurship, and growth,” Modi said.
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He noted that just a decade ago, people doubted India could succeed in this area. But now, India’s youth have helped make the country very attractive for startups. Indian startups are making important contributions in many fields.
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These include technology, rural innovations, healthcare, biotech, fintech, edtech, clean energy, and sustainable technology. The startups are solving global problems, creating jobs, and helping make India more self-reliant. The government is committed to supporting an environment that helps startups grow, Modi said.
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It is focused on making it easier to do business and providing resources and support. Innovation and startup hubs are being promoted to encourage young people to take risks. “I have personally been regularly interacting with upcoming startups,” Modi said.
He urged more young Indians to join the startup world and promised them strong support. Modi said the success of Startup India shows that India today is dynamic, confident, and ready for the future. He complimented the youth in the startup world and encouraged them to keep innovating and contributing to India’s development.
“I compliment every youngster in the startup world and urge more youngsters to pursue this,” he said. “It’s my assurance you won’t be disappointed.”
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his work to support startups in India. Adityanath said that in recent years, Modi’s leadership has led to big improvements in innovation, new businesses, and jobs across the country.
CM Adityanath noted that helpful policies and programs like Startup India have played a key role. They have supported young entrepreneurs and encouraged new companies.
Modi hails Startup India growth
He said these efforts have made it easier to start a business in India. They have also created an environment where startups can grow and last. The Chief Minister pointed out the impressive increase in the number of unicorn companies in India.
He said this is because of good policies and a push towards a digital economy. He praised the government’s work on infrastructure, making rules easier, and providing money. He said this has made India a place where startups want to be.
CM Adityanath promised to keep supporting startups in his state. He said he will work with the central government’s programs to help startups grow and innovate more. Sanjeev Bikhchandani, the founder of Info Edge, said that starting a business has become a very popular career choice.
He said this change is because of helpful policies, available talent and money, and the appeal of India’s big market. Info Edge owns the job site Naukri.com and the marriage site Jeevansathi.com. Bikhchandani noted the big “sea of change” in the business world.
Bikhchandani stressed that startups today could become big companies in the future. He said it is important to have an environment that supports new ideas and growth. “The large market of India presents numerous opportunities for startups,” Bikhchandani said.
He praised policymakers for their efforts to help new businesses. The founder said that available money and skilled workers have been very important for this change. He also talked about how new technologies and digital platforms are powering this growth.
Bikhchandani believes the next big companies will be the ones that can use these advances well. As India keeps working to support new businesses, the future looks bright for startups that could become the big corporations of tomorrow.