Uttarakhand Recognized as a National Leader in Startups; DPIIT Honors the State, CM Dhami Congratulates

Dehradun: Uttarakhand has been recognized as a ‘Leader’ in developing a robust startup ecosystem in the States’ Startup Ecosystem Ranking 2025, released by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. The state government’s Industry Department received a Certificate of Appreciation on the occasion of National Startup Day for its exemplary efforts in fostering entrepreneurship.

Success of Uttarakhand’s Startup Policy
The recognition reflects the success of Uttarakhand’s startup policy in promoting innovation, encouraging entrepreneurship, facilitating investments, and creating self-employment opportunities for youth. The model adopted by the state is now being appreciated at the national level.

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami’s Statement
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that this honor is a matter of pride for Uttarakhand. He highlighted the state government’s efforts to create business-friendly policies, simplified processes, and a strong startup ecosystem. CM Dhami praised the innovative potential of the youth and emphasized that the government is providing support at every level. He dedicated this achievement to the people of Uttarakhand, entrepreneurs, and startups, calling it a result of collective effort.

National Recognition
Uttarakhand’s accomplishment is not only a proud moment for the state but also serves as a national model for fostering startups. The state government’s initiatives are helping promote startups while attracting investments, thereby strengthening Uttarakhand’s position on the national entrepreneurship map.