Archive · 20 Jan 2026
Uttarakhand Ranks as Leader in Startup India Rankings
Uttarakhand has been named a 'Leader' in the States’ Startup Ecosystem Ranking by the Indian government.
This means the state is doing a great job at helping new businesses grow.
The government of Uttarakhand received a special certificate for making it easier for people to start their own companies.
The state has been working hard to create a good environment for startups by making policies that support new ideas and providing help with money and advice.
The Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, is very proud of this achievement and says the state's young people have a lot of potential to start new businesses.
Uttarakhand is now seen as a model for other states to follow in supporting startups outside of big cities.
Uttarakhand recognised as a 'Leader' in the States’ Startup Ecosystem Ranking (5th Edition) by DPIIT.
The state received a 'Certificate of Appreciation' for strengthening entrepreneurship and innovation.
Uttarakhand's approach to startups is viewed as a national model for nurturing innovation beyond major cities.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami highlighted the state's efforts in creating favourable policies and supporting young innovators.
The state has introduced policy reforms, incubation support, funding facilitation, and mentorship programmes to encourage startups.
- Who
- Uttarakhand, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami
- What
- Uttarakhand recognised as a 'Leader' in the States’ Startup Ecosystem Ranking
- When
- On the occasion of National Startup Day
- Where
- Uttarakhand, India
- Why
- For sustained efforts in building a robust and innovation-driven startup ecosystem
- Ranking Edition
- 5th Edition
- Issued By
- Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)
- Ministry
- Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India
- Recognition
- Certificate of Appreciation
- Key Focus Areas
- Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Investment Promotion, Youth-led Self-Employment
- Policy Support
- Startup Policy, Institutional Frameworks, Investment Facilitation
- Chief Minister
- Pushkar Singh Dhami
- Support Provided
- Policy Reforms, Incubation Support, Funding Facilitation, Mentorship Programmes