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India’s Innovation Surge: From Back Office to Global Tech Powerhouse


Updated: July 11, 2025 00:42

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India has rapidly emerged as a world capital for innovation, and a series of high-profile announcements and initiatives have positioned it at the forefront of technological innovation. New policy initiatives, huge investments in the form of funding, and the advent of deep-tech startups have propelled such unprecedented growth, and India has emerged as a pull factor for talent, capital, and global attention.
 
Key Highlights
 
Massive Export Spurt: India currently exports more than ₹2.5 lakh crore ($30 billion) worth of mobile phones every year, even to the US, a complete turnaround from a decade ago when it was a net importer.
 
Deep-Tech and AI Leadership: New Centres of Excellence are driving research and incubation of startups in 5G/6G, AI, machine learning, and AR/VR, supported by more than 20 startups, 30 universities, and leading tech organizations such as Keysight Technologies and QpiAI.
 
Government as Facilitator: Policy changes by PM Modi have transformed the government's role from regulator to facilitator, building a conducive ecosystem for entrepreneurship and startup.
 
Record R&D Spending: The 2025-26 budget has allocated a record ₹20,000 crore for private sector driven research, and a ₹1 lakh crore R&D and Innovation Scheme for long-term low-cost capital.
 
Startup Ecosystem Boom: India's startup ecosystem is booming as 11 Indian startups have entered the WEF's 2025 Technology Pioneers class, across sectors ranging from space technology to clean mobility and AI-based healthcare.
 
Tech Recruitment Powerhouse: India is one of the world's top 10 tech markets of 2025, and Bengaluru and Hyderabad are leading the way in tech recruitment and innovation.
 
Inclusive Innovation: Over 45% of the known startups of today are from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, reflecting the democratization of innovation from metro cities.
 
Digital Economy Milestones: India's digital economy is going to touch $1 trillion on the back of digital payments, UPI, and apps like Google Pay that are changing everyday life and business.
 
Source: Indus Business Journal, The Morung Express, The Hawk, Economic Times, Drishti IAS, Business Standard, Egov.eletsonline, Times of India, NewsOnAir, IPStars, TenNews, The Hindu Business Line.

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