India’s thriving start-up scene is surging ahead at an astonishing pace, driven by a newfound confidence and actively nurtured by a supportive ecosystem. This is not a fleeting trend; it’s a deep-rooted transformation fuelled by the collective aspirations of its people and the government’s commitment to fostering innovation.
From a mere 450 in 2016, India’s start-up numbers have skyrocketed to a staggering 1 lakh in 2023. Initiatives like Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), Multiplier Grant Scheme (MGS), Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme (DEDS), Start-up India Initiative, and Start-up India Seed Fund Scheme have acted as potent catalysts, providing financial and logistical support to budding entrepreneurs. This surge has attracted a flood of investor interest, with an estimated $7 billion to $7.5 billion pouring into innovative Indian business models this year alone.
But what is truly fuelling this growth engine? It’s the power of India’s rapidly improving digital infrastructure.
SEEDS OF INNOVATION
The robust Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) is empowering and propelling the burgeoning start-up ecosystem by serving as its catalyst. By offering secure platforms for digital identification, seamless payment infrastructure, and robust data exchange solutions, DPI is shaping the groundwork for success. As internet access expands and smartphone penetration deepens, the transformative impact of DPI is reverberating across diverse sectors, fueling exponential growth and innovation.
Aadhaar Card stands as a groundbreaking DPI innovation, revolutionizing compliance across sectors. From seamless e-KYC (e-Know Your Customer) eligibility to company registration, Aadhaar has streamlined processes and empowered the government to manage digital transactions efficiently, plugging potential leakages.
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