India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing innovation ecosystems over the last decade. While most countries seem to follow an obvious innovation trend that is proportional to the development levels, India seems to have evolved as an exception. Science and technology-based entrepreneurship is taking on a bigger role in the country’s innovation landscape as a result of its increased emphasis on startup policies, the growth of its innovation ecosystem, and the rising willingness among scientists and engineers to explore this route. So, there is a need to connect startups with the industry right from the beginning and make them sustainable and inspire our youth to take the country to the zenith in the next 25 years. The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has played a catalytic role in fostering science, technology, and innovation-led entrepreneurship across the country through various programs and interventions by creating an environment conducive to continued innovation. It was also a leading player during the Covid-19 crisis and built an Atma Nirbhar (self-reliant) India at the forefront of innovation and job creation. So, there is a need for the creation of an ecosystem of innovation throughout the country and nurturing of startups and beneficiaries across the length and breadth of the country.
