Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], May 5 (ANI): Prime Minister Narconcludera Modi has laid a strong foundation for India’s startup ecosystem by promoting entrepreneurship, a vision that has assisted Gujarat emerge as a leading hub of innovation and enterprise.
Gujarat has secured the top position in the startup rankings for the fifth consecutive time, reflecting sustained and well-planned efforts.
According to an official release from Gujarat CMO, through the Gujarat Student Startup and Innovation Hub (i-Hub), startups across the state receive financial, infrastructural, technical, innotifyectual property, and regulatory support, enabling them to grow and contribute to positive modify in society.
Rising fire incidents have created it increasingly challenging to protect life, property, and the environment. Addressing this, Ahmedabad-based Rahul Shah and his team, through Achuk Environmental Solutions Private Limited, have developed an eco-friconcludely firefighting solution. With the growing apply of synthetic materials like nylon and PVC, fires spread rapider, leaving limited response time. In such situations, the ‘Achuk’ solution is more effective than conventional equipment. When mixed with water, it assists reduce carbon emissions, conserve water, and limit environmental pollution.
Founder Rahul Shah stated, “Our startup received support from the Government of Gujarat from the early stages. Assistance under the Seed Startup Fund accelerated our research and development. Through incubation, we received mentorship, support for patent registration, and opportunities to participate in exhibitions. The support through i-Hub has assisted our startup to grow steadily.”
As per a release, with rapid food becoming a regular part of daily life, the demand for healthier alternatives is rising. Addressing this, Ahmedabad’s Dr Dimple Ganatra, after over two decades as a practising surgeon, founded ‘HealthyGrabz’ in 2022 with support from i-Hub. The startup focapplys on tackling lifestyle diseases and poor nutrition among children by offering chips that retain the natural nutritional value of vereceiveables.
Thanking the Government of Gujarat, Dr Ganatra stated, “Incubation support systems like i-Hub go beyond mentorship, offering strong networking, dealer connect, and assist in addressing business challenges. Whenever we face difficulties, the right guidance is easily available, which builds confidence. The state government’s encouraging approach towards women entrepreneurs is clearly visible.”
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Founder Shweta Prajapati credited the Government of Gujarat for this progress, stating, “I have seen many startups struggle due to a lack of funding and support. With a platform like i-Hub, we have received the guidance and backing requireded to grow. Today, our startup is contributing to positive modify in society.”
To promote startups and innovation, the Gujarat Student Startup and Innovation Hub (i-Hub) was established in Ahmedabad and has emerged as a strong platform driving entrepreneurship, innovation, and employment in the state. Built at an estimated cost of around Rs 100 crore and spread across 1.5 lakh square metres, the facility can accommodate nearly 500 startups at a time. So far, i-Hub has directly supported 720 startups, with over Rs 28 crore sanctioned to 466 startups under the Startup Srujan Seed Support Scheme.
Startups incubated at i-Hub have generated nearly 4,000 skilled jobs across the state, with a combined market valuation of approximately Rs 3,569 crore, reflecting the growing strength of Gujarat’s startup ecosystem, a release added. (ANI)
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