DPIIT–Chamber India MoU to strengthen startup ecosystem

What: DPIIT signed MoU with Chamber India to boost startups — 50% concessional Chamber membership for DPIIT‑recognised startups; five incubation/support centres planned, focus on Aspirational Districts and Northeast.

Significance: Enhances market access, IPR support and global linkages for startups; promotes inclusive entrepreneurship.

UPSC relevance: Industrial policy, startup ecosystem, inclusive growth.

Practice Q: How can public–private partnerships support scale‑up of startups from emerging regions?