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CM Yogi Adityanath launches Uttar Pradesh Startup Mission portal, unveils Startup Policy 2026
✍️ DD India
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 11:39 PM
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Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated a dedicated portal for the Uttar Pradesh Startup Mission and announced the state’s new Startup Policy for 2026, aiming to boost the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Lucknow – Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath formally introduced the Uttar Pradesh Startup Mission portal, a digital platform designed to streamline information, support services and networking opportunities for startups across the state. The launch was part of a broader effort to position Uttar Pradesh as a leading hub for innovation and new‑business creation.
Alongside the portal, the government unveiled the Uttar Pradesh Startup Policy 2026, outlining a framework intended to nurture early‑stage ventures, improve access to funding, and simplify regulatory procedures. The policy emphasizes collaboration between government agencies, academic institutions and private sector partners to create a conducive environment for entrepreneurs.
State officials indicated that the portal will serve as a one‑stop resource for startups seeking mentorship, incubation facilities and market linkages. The new policy is expected to complement these services by offering incentives, skill‑development programmes and streamlined approvals, thereby attracting both domestic and foreign investment to the region.
The initiatives reflect Uttar Pradesh’s commitment to fostering a vibrant startup ecosystem, aligning with national objectives to increase the contribution of innovative enterprises to economic growth.
Alongside the portal, the government unveiled the Uttar Pradesh Startup Policy 2026, outlining a framework intended to nurture early‑stage ventures, improve access to funding, and simplify regulatory procedures. The policy emphasizes collaboration between government agencies, academic institutions and private sector partners to create a conducive environment for entrepreneurs.
State officials indicated that the portal will serve as a one‑stop resource for startups seeking mentorship, incubation facilities and market linkages. The new policy is expected to complement these services by offering incentives, skill‑development programmes and streamlined approvals, thereby attracting both domestic and foreign investment to the region.
The initiatives reflect Uttar Pradesh’s commitment to fostering a vibrant startup ecosystem, aligning with national objectives to increase the contribution of innovative enterprises to economic growth.