₹77,000 cr to be provided by Govt for startups, SMEs as VC funds
In 2025, Indian startups are overlooking ₹77,000 crore in government grants while chasing venture capital. Despite wide funding schemes for innovation, MSMEs, and manufacturing, low awareness and VC obsession hinder uptake. Experts urge founders to tap non-dilutive grants early for growth, saving equity and gaining critical runway support.