The Delhi government has unveiled the draft Delhi Startup Policy, 2025, with a vision to nurture at least 5,000 startups by 2035. The policy emphasizes financial incentives, incubation support, and a robust monitoring framework to build a structured startup ecosystem in the national capital.
₹200 Crore Venture Capital Fund
A key highlight of the draft policy is the proposal to establish a ₹200 crore venture capital fund. The fund will provide early-stage startups with financial backing while encouraging private co-investments. The government also plans to conduct workshops with investor networks to guide HNIs and aspiring investors on funding mechanisms.
Financial Incentives
The draft policy outlines a range of benefits for startups:
- 100% reimbursement on lease rentals, up to ₹10 lakh annually, for three years.
- Patent filing reimbursements of up to ₹3 lakh (international) and ₹1 lakh (domestic).
- Monthly allowance of ₹2 lakh for one year to cover operational expenses.
Infrastructure and Incubation Support
The government plans to expand incubation infrastructure through new incubation centres and coworking spaces, with five-year subsidies complementing central schemes. A Delhi Incubation Hub will provide virtual incubation services, offering startups access to mentors, experts, and industry networks.
Oversight and Governance
To ensure transparency and accountability, the policy will be monitored by a Policy Monitoring Committee chaired by the Commissioner of Industries, alongside senior officials and industry experts. Additionally, a Startup Task Force with government officials and five industry experts will evaluate applications and review the policy every six months.
National Startup Context
India remains the third-largest startup ecosystem globally, with nearly 1.9 lakh startups and over $164 billion raised so far. Several states have rolled out startup-focused initiatives — most notably Haryana, which recently proposed a ₹2,000 crore fund of funds.
Summary
The Delhi Startup Policy 2025 aims to create a vibrant ecosystem supporting 5,000 startups by 2035, anchored by a ₹200 crore venture capital fund and a suite of financial, incubation, and infrastructure incentives. With structured oversight and alignment to India’s growing startup landscape, the policy seeks to position Delhi as a key hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.
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