Nearly half of total startups in India have at least one woman director

e2india.com

New Delhi, Jan 16 (FN Bureau) As many as 73,151 or 46% of the total recognised start-ups have at least one-woman director onboard, signaling the rise of women entrepreneurs in India. As per Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the number of startups recognised by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has grown from around 500 in 2016 to 1,59,157 as of January 15, 2025. India boasts of the world’s third largest startup eco-system. “This vibrant ecosystem, driven by over 100 unicorns, continues to redefine innovation and entrepreneurship on the global stage. Major hubs like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi-NCR have led this transformation, while smaller cities have increasingly contributed to the nation’s entrepreneurial momentum,” Ministry of Commerce and Industry said in a statement. Read more