Telangana startups have raised ₹600 crore via Startup India’s Fund of Funds, far behind Karnataka (₹7,348 crore), Maharashtra (₹5,606 crore), and Delhi (₹3,689 crore). Experts cited poor visibility, slow application processes, and startup relocations as key issues. To catch up, Telangana must boost ecosystem support, improve startup quality, and enhance digital visibility across.