NEW DELHI — Lauding 'Startup India' as a transformative programme, Prime
Minister Narendra Modi said on its ninth anniversary on Thursday that the
initiative has propelled India to become one of the largest and most vibrant
startup ecosystems globally.
It is a landmark initiative that has redefined innovation,
entrepreneurship and growth, he said, describing the programme as "very
close to my heart," as it has emerged as a powerful way of furthering
youth empowerment.
He said on X, "Over the past nine years, this
transformative program has empowered countless youngsters, turning their
innovative ideas into successful Startups."
People would doubt India's ability to thrive in this system
just a decade ago, he added.
The prime minister said this "transformative"
programme has empowered countless youngsters, turning their innovative ideas
into successful startups.
From tech-driven solutions to rural innovations, healthcare
advancements to biotech breakthroughs, Fintech to EdTech, clean energy to
sustainable technology, Indian startups are solving global challenges while at
the same time creating employment opportunities and boosting the country's
quest towards self-reliance, he added.
Underlining his government's commitment to fostering an
entrepreneurial ecosystem that uplifts every dream and contributes to
'Aatmanirbhar Bharat', he said his dispensation has left no stone unturned to
encourage a culture of startups.
He said his government's policies have focused on "Ease
of Doing Business", greater access to resources and, most importantly,
supporting them at every juncture.
He said, "We are actively promoting innovation and
incubation centres so that our youngsters become risk-takers. I have personally
been regularly interacting with upcoming startups."
This success of startup India reflects that today’s India is
dynamic, confident and future-ready, he asserted.
