New Delhi’s policy corridors buzzed with excitement as the Cabinet approved ₹10,000 crore for Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0, a lifeline for the country’s burgeoning startup scene. Under PM Modi’s leadership, this decision marks a significant escalation in government support for venture capital infusion into high-potential ventures.
Reflecting on the journey, Startup India has catapulted the nation from a nascent startup hub with under 500 companies to a powerhouse boasting over 200,000 recognized startups by DPIIT standards. Annual registrations are hitting all-time highs in 2025, a testament to the ecosystem’s explosive growth.
SIFoF 2.0 extends the triumphs of its predecessor, FFS 1.0, which deployed ₹10,000 crore through 145 AIFs. These funds catalyzed investments exceeding ₹25,500 crore in 1,370+ startups across critical domains including agriculture, artificial intelligence, e-commerce, edtech, healthtech, manufacturing, and biotech.
Looking ahead, this new fund promises to supercharge India’s economic engine by fostering cutting-edge innovations that rival global standards. It will enhance manufacturing prowess, create premium employment opportunities, and cement India’s status as an innovation epicenter. True to the Developed India 2047 blueprint, SIFoF 2.0 empowers visionary entrepreneurs, fortifying the VC landscape for sustained growth and self-reliance.