DPIIT partners with Startup Policy Forum to boost India’s startup ecosystem

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT ), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has entered into a landmark partnership with the Startup Policy Forum (SPF), an industry organization representing India’s leading new-age companies.

The agreement underscores the government’s commitment to foster innovation, strengthen the country’s entrepreneurial landscape, and position India as a global startup powerhouse.

SPF Baithak set for National Startup Week

A key highlight of this collaboration will be the SPF Baithak, scheduled for Jan. 15-16, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam. The event is part of the National Startup Week celebrations and will bring together policymakers and startup founders to explore new initiatives, showcase innovations, and announce strategic plans. This gathering seeks to build momentum toward realizing India’s broader vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047.

Speaking on the partnership, Sanjiv, joint secretary of Startup India, noted that the Startup Policy Forum’s alliance with DPIIT marks a significant step in building a nurturing environment for entrepreneurs.

He said the SPF members embody the essence of India’s entrepreneurial drive, making them key players in guiding the nation toward a future defined by robust economic growth and technological advancement.

Programs and global investor engagement

Alongside the SPF Baithak, the collaboration includes specialized immersive programs aimed at connecting global investors with Indian startups. These initiatives will provide firsthand insight into India’s thriving innovation scene, create opportunities for international partnerships, and highlight the cutting-edge solutions emerging from local founders.

By forging closer ties with investors and stakeholders around the world, the partnership hopes to strengthen India’s presence in the global innovation arena.

Shweta Rajpal Kohli, president and CEO of the Startup Policy Forum, said this alliance reflects a shared vision of creating a resilient startup ecosystem.

She emphasized that working hand in hand with DPIIT will enable entrepreneurs to reach their full potential and secure India’s place on the global innovation map.

A path toward a developed India by 2047  

Sumeet Kumar Jarangal, director of Startup India, pointed out that the initiative aims to accelerate technology adoption and manufacturing in India by uniting DPIIT with SPF members.

He highlighted the value of these partnerships in driving growth, expanding market access, and reinforcing India’s reputation as a hub of inventive talent.

Founded as a collective voice for the country’s most successful startups—including Razorpay, Zerodha, Swiggy and Dream11—the Startup Policy Forum advocates for policy reforms, promotes India’s startup ecosystem internationally, and offers support to entrepreneurs scaling their ventures at home and abroad.