Karnataka to fund 100 startups for government pilot projects
The Karnataka government will provide up to Rs 25 lakh each to around 100 startups to run pilot projects in government departments over three years. The Rs 25 crore initiative, called Government First, is part of the Elevate programme under the state’s 2025-30 Startup Policy. Startups will pilot solutions in sectors such as AI, healthcare, and education, retaining intellectual property rights while potentially scaling across departments.
- Up to Rs 25 lakh each for pilot projects
- Covers sectors like AI, health, and education
- Startups retain their intellectual property
- Selection, technical, and review committees will oversee
- Successful pilots may lead to broader procurement
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