{"id":4964,"date":"2025-10-24T08:59:54","date_gmt":"2025-10-24T08:59:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/founderlabs.in\/?p=4964"},"modified":"2025-10-24T08:59:54","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T08:59:54","slug":"india-launches-%e2%82%b910000-crore-fund-for-deeptech-startups","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.founderlabs.in\/?p=4964","title":{"rendered":"India Launches \u20b910,000 Crore Fund for DeepTech Startups"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"588\">India is making a strong push into <strong data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"249\">deep technology<\/strong>. Union Minister <strong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"282\">Piyush Goyal<\/strong> recently announced the second edition of the <strong data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"351\">Fund of Funds (FoF)<\/strong> with a \u20b910,000 crore allocation at <strong data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"413\">Startup Mahakumbh 2025<\/strong> in New Delhi. This initiative underscores the government\u2019s commitment to fostering innovation and supporting startups in <strong data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"585\">AI, data analytics, and other deeptech sectors<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"641\">A Strategic Boost for DeepTech Innovation<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"948\">Goyal emphasized that the government\u2019s role is to <strong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"721\">facilitate, not regulate<\/strong>, the startup ecosystem. He directed <strong data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"767\">SIDBI<\/strong> to prioritize <strong data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"802\">smaller startups<\/strong> when disbursing FoF funds. Additionally, he proposed establishing <strong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"898\">one centre in every state<\/strong> to guide entrepreneurs in developing new ideas.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"1285\">This strategy aims to <strong data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"998\">increase accessibility<\/strong> and support for early-stage ventures. The fund specifically targets startups working on <strong data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1116\">cutting-edge technologies<\/strong>. By providing financial backing, it bridges the funding gap that often limits growth in deeptech sectors, ultimately strengthening <strong data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1282\">India\u2019s global competitiveness<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1336\">Grant-Based Funding to Empower Founders<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1501\">Moreover, Goyal encouraged a shift towards <strong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1411\">grant-based funding models<\/strong>. This approach allows founders to <strong data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1468\">retain more equity<\/strong> in their companies. He stated:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1586\"><em data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1584\">&#8220;Allow founders to enjoy their equity. If they succeed, let them claw it back.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1737\">This method reduces financial pressure on startups and encourages more entrepreneurs to enter <strong data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1694\">deeptech<\/strong>, where <strong data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1715\">R&amp;D costs<\/strong> are typically high.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1787\">Strengthening Regional Innovation Hubs<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"2053\">The government also aims to <strong data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1841\">decentralize support<\/strong> across India. By establishing <strong data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1895\">state-level centres<\/strong>, regional talent gains access to <strong data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1957\">mentorship and resources<\/strong>. As a result, startups from <strong data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"2009\">diverse backgrounds<\/strong> will have better opportunities to thrive.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2114\">Enhancing Research and Development Infrastructure<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2375\">Complementing the FoF, the government plans the <strong data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2213\">Anusandhan National Research Foundation (NRF)<\/strong> with a <strong data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2245\">\u20b91 lakh crore corpus<\/strong>. This initiative promotes collaboration between the <strong data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2339\">public, private, and academic sectors<\/strong> to drive research and innovation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2377\" data-end=\"2608\">In parallel, <strong data-start=\"2390\" data-end=\"2406\">\u20b92,000 crore<\/strong> has been allocated specifically for <strong data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2458\">AI startups<\/strong>, recognizing the sector\u2019s transformative potential. Efficient deployment of these funds will be <strong data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2566\">crucial<\/strong> to provide timely support for startups.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2634\">The Road Ahead<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2913\">Despite these initiatives, experts stress the importance of <strong data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2733\">streamlined application processes<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"2738\" data-end=\"2769\">transparent fund allocation<\/strong>. Effective coordination between <strong data-start=\"2802\" data-end=\"2835\">funding agencies and startups<\/strong> is essential to avoid delays and maximize the impact of government support.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2915\" data-end=\"3191\">As India positions itself as a <strong data-start=\"2946\" data-end=\"2972\">global deeptech leader<\/strong>, the success of these programs will depend on <strong data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3043\">sustained commitment<\/strong> and active participation from all stakeholders. The government\u2019s proactive measures signal a <strong data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3157\">promising future<\/strong> for India\u2019s deeptech ecosystem.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3198\" data-end=\"3213\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3215\" data-end=\"3493\">The <strong data-start=\"3219\" data-end=\"3250\">\u20b910,000 crore Fund of Funds<\/strong> and the <strong data-start=\"3259\" data-end=\"3277\">Anusandhan NRF<\/strong> mark significant steps toward India\u2019s deeptech ambitions. By fostering innovation and providing crucial resources, the government is laying the groundwork for a <strong data-start=\"3439\" data-end=\"3490\">startup ecosystem capable of competing globally<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>India is making a strong push into deep technology. Union Minister Piyush Goyal recently announced the second edition of the Fund of Funds (FoF) with a \u20b910,000 crore allocation at Startup Mahakumbh 2025 in New Delhi. 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