
Karnataka Government Approves ₹518 Crore Startup Policy to Boost 25,000 Startups
The Karnataka government has cleared a ₹518 crore Startup Policy (2025–2030) to support over 25,000 startups in sectors like AI, blockchain, EVs, and semiconductors. The new policy aims to expand innovation beyond Bengaluru, promote women-led startups, and create 1 million new jobs by 2030, cementing Karnataka’s role as India’s leading startup and tech hub.