Kerala Advantage

Innovation and Start Ups

  • Creation of knowledge-based industries is the broader vision of the Government of Kerala. Many novel steps are adopted by the Government in this regard which includes creation of India’s first digital university and declaring internet as a basic right for citizens.
  • First time in the country, a Development and Innovation Strategic Council was created as a strategic think-tank and advisory body of the Government of Kerala. Kerala Development and Innovation Strategic Council (K-DISC's) main goals are creating an environment for innovation, promoting innovation in the state, enhancing innovation spirit and talent.
  • Kerala State Start Up Mission (KSUM) is Ranked as a top performer in the country for the last three consecutive years.
    (Ref: https://uat.startupindia.gov.in/srf/)
  • With 5000+ startups, 63+ incubators, 502 mini-incubators, Rs. 5,800 crores external funding, around 60,000 jobs generated and engaging with over 1,00,000 students annually, Kerala Start Up Mission groomed Kerala as one of the best Start Up Ecosystems in the country.
    (Ref: https://startupmission.kerala.gov.in/)

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