DPIIT and Stride Ventures: The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has joined forces with Stride Ventures to accelerate the growth and global reach of Indian startups. This collaboration will provide financial support, strategic mentorship, and market access to startups, significantly contributing to India’s innovation and entrepreneurship landscape.
Joint Secretary of Startup India, Sh. Sanjiv, emphasized that this partnership aligns with India’s Make in India and Make for the World initiatives, aiming to boost sectors like manufacturing, B2B, and cleantech. Stride Ventures will launch dedicated programs and initiatives such as the Bharat Grand Challenge to foster entrepreneurship and investment.
Ishpreet Singh Gandhi, Founder of Stride Ventures, highlighted that this partnership supports their mission to empower Indian entrepreneurs and strengthen the startup ecosystem, with a billion-dollar commitment to nurturing startups. The focus will be on high-growth startups, especially from tier-2 and tier-3 cities, providing funding, mentorship, and global market access.