Karnataka launches 'Government First' approach to support DeepTech startups
What happened
Karnataka adopted a "Government First" approach to support startups addressing public challenges through pilots, funding, sandbox environments, and access to government databases. The state also agreed to explore shared Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) access and invited investors to engage with its Centres of Excellence. The state outlined a joint framework for government–investor collaboration covering funding, intellectual property, and R&D.
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Why it matters
The state aims to help DeepTech startups transition from successful pilots to commercial deployment and scale. This initiative includes exploring co-investment opportunities with the investor community to support innovation. The framework is designed to provide startups with opportunities to test and validate solutions to public challenges.
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Who's involved
- KarnatakaIndian state implementing the 'Government First' approach
- Rudrappa LamaniDeputy Speaker of Karnataka Legislative Assembly and minister
- S.S. MallikarjunPolitician holding a ministerial portfolio within the state government
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