DPIIT and YES BANK Join Forces to Empower Startups

21 Mar 2025 CW Team

This collaboration integrates DPIIT’s Startup India initiative with YES BANK’s financial expertise, ensuring that early-stage ventures receive comprehensive banking solutions, including working capital, credit access, and cash flow management through the bank’s HeadStartup programme. Startups will also gain entry into YES BANK’s extensive industry network and strategic partnerships, enhancing their ability to scale operations and attract investment.

Highlighting the significance of this initiative, DPIIT Joint Secretary, Shri Sanjiv, remarked, “India’s manufacturing and startup ecosystem is at a transformative juncture, and partnerships like this are key to fostering innovation-led growth. We are pleased to join hands with YES BANK to equip emerging startups with the right resources to succeed.”

The MoU was formalised by DPIIT Director, Dr Sumeet Jarangal, and YES BANK’s Zonal Head, Rohit Aneja, in the presence of senior officials from both organisations. This initiative represents a crucial step in building a resilient and self-sustaining startup ecosystem, offering Indian entrepreneurs the tools to thrive in an increasingly competitive global market.

Outlook on India’s Startup Ecosystem India’s startup ecosystem is witnessing unprecedented growth, driven by government initiatives, corporate collaborations, and increased investor confidence. With over 100 unicorns and a thriving innovation landscape, the country has emerged as a global hub for startups. Strategic partnerships, such as the one between DPIIT and YES BANK, play a vital role in bridging financial gaps, providing mentorship, and fostering sustainable growth. As India continues its journey towards becoming a leader in technology and entrepreneurship, such alliances will be instrumental in ensuring long-term success and global competitiveness.

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In a landmark move to fortify India’s startup landscape, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has partnered with YES BANK to provide essential support for product startups, innovators, and entrepreneurs nationwide. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed between the two entities, aims to facilitate funding access, mentorship, and market linkages to nurture the next wave of Indian innovation. This collaboration integrates DPIIT’s Startup India initiative with YES BANK’s financial expertise, ensuring that early-stage ventures receive comprehensive banking solutions, including working capital, credit access, and cash flow management through the bank’s HeadStartup programme. Startups will also gain entry into YES BANK’s extensive industry network and strategic partnerships, enhancing their ability to scale operations and attract investment. Highlighting the significance of this initiative, DPIIT Joint Secretary, Shri Sanjiv, remarked, “India’s manufacturing and startup ecosystem is at a transformative juncture, and partnerships like this are key to fostering innovation-led growth. We are pleased to join hands with YES BANK to equip emerging startups with the right resources to succeed.” The MoU was formalised by DPIIT Director, Dr Sumeet Jarangal, and YES BANK’s Zonal Head, Rohit Aneja, in the presence of senior officials from both organisations. This initiative represents a crucial step in building a resilient and self-sustaining startup ecosystem, offering Indian entrepreneurs the tools to thrive in an increasingly competitive global market. Outlook on India’s Startup Ecosystem India’s startup ecosystem is witnessing unprecedented growth, driven by government initiatives, corporate collaborations, and increased investor confidence. With over 100 unicorns and a thriving innovation landscape, the country has emerged as a global hub for startups. Strategic partnerships, such as the one between DPIIT and YES BANK, play a vital role in bridging financial gaps, providing mentorship, and fostering sustainable growth. As India continues its journey towards becoming a leader in technology and entrepreneurship, such alliances will be instrumental in ensuring long-term success and global competitiveness.

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