August 27, 2025

Get ready for a startup fiesta in Delhi! The Rekha Gupta government, led by Industries Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa, has rolled out the Delhi Startup Policy 2025. This dazzling new plan includes a whopping Rs 200 crore venture capital fund aimed at turbocharging the growth of at least 5,000 startups over the next 10 years. “This policy marks a paradigm shift in how we approach innovation and entrepreneurship in Delhi, cementing the capital's status as a global innovation hub by 2035,” declared Sirsa on Tuesday. But that’s not all! The policy is designed to make Delhi the hottest startup hotspot globally. Backing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s dream of transforming India into a startup superpower, this policy is Delhi’s boldest move yet in entrepreneurship. The fund won’t just pump money; it will use both equity and smart debt options to back promising ventures. Plus, the government invites private partners to join through co-investment deals. What’s the focus? A spicy mix of 18 sectors like healthcare, fintech, artificial intelligence, machine learning, green tech, biotech, robotics, e-waste management, and even futuristic energy sources like hydrogen technology. This wide net ensures Delhi’s startups are ready to ride today’s waves and tomorrow’s trends. Money is not the only magic potion here. The policy offers a full rent refund of up to Rs 10 lakh a year for three years, helping startups save big on workspace. Patent warriors get a helping hand too, with reimbursements up to Rs 1 lakh for Indian patents and Rs 3 lakh for international ones. Exhibitors shining on domestic and international stages get support of Rs 5 lakh and Rs 10 lakh respectively. To help startups survive the tough early days, every recognised startup will receive an operational allowance of Rs 2 lakh per month for a whole year. Sirsa said, “We have structured this policy to address every critical challenge that startups face in their initial years.” He added, “From providing workspace solutions to intellectual property protection, from exhibition support to direct financial assistance through our Rs 200 crore venture capital fund, we are ensuring that no genuine startup idea fails due to lack of support.” Here’s some extra masala for inclusive growth: women entrepreneurs and marginalized communities get priority access and higher reimbursements. Women-led businesses can claim up to Rs 5.5 lakh and Rs 11 lakh, turning this policy into a true people’s champion. With Delhi Startup Policy 2025, the capital city is ready to launch a startup rocket that won’t stop until it hits the stars!

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