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Indian Startups Secure Over $341 Million In Funding Amid Robust Week

In a significant week for the Indian startup ecosystem, 32 startups collectively raised more than $341 million in funding. The surge in investments underscores the growing vibrancy and potential of India’s entrepreneurial landscape.

Last week, the funding activity was marked by six growth-stage deals and 22 early-stage investments. Leading the charge was mobility startup Rapido, which attracted $120 million in a major funding round. Other notable recipients of substantial funding included fintech firms Navi and BharatPe, and sports tech company KheloMore.

Additional startups that secured funding include BluPine, a renewable energy firm, and electric vehicle startups Simple Energy and Kinetic Green, reflecting a diverse range of interests within the startup sector.

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The Indian government has played a crucial role in fostering the startup ecosystem. Over the past five years, more than 10,000 technology startups have been empowered through various government schemes. The government has allocated Rs 580 crore to startups through incubators, supporting over 3,600 tech startups.

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has officially recognized 1,40,803 entities as startups. Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Jitin Prasada, highlighted the impact of flagship schemes such as the Fund of Funds for Startups, the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme, and the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups.

“These initiatives have facilitated investments from angel investors and venture capitalists, as well as provided access to loans for startups,” Prasada noted. He further revealed that, with these schemes’ support, there are now over 1.43 lakh startups operational in India, all recognized by DPIIT.

The recent funding surge and governmental support reflect a robust and evolving startup ecosystem, poised for continued growth and innovation.

Richa Kaushik

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