New Delhi: India’s entrepreneurial spirit takes center stage once again on National Startup Day 2025, a day dedicated to celebrating and empowering the nation’s thriving startup ecosystem. Since its inception, this initiative has played a crucial role in fostering innovation, supporting emerging businesses, and driving economic growth.
The Indian startup landscape has witnessed remarkable progress, with sectors like deep tech, health tech, fintech, and sustainability leading the charge. Government-backed initiatives such as Startup India, enhanced ease of doing business, and increasing venture capital investments have propelled India to become the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem.
“As technology and digital solutions increasingly influence the daily business operations across sectors, India’s startup and entrepreneurial landscape is evolving faster than ever before. The emergence of 211 new healthcare startups and a 28.03% growth in health-tech investment size in 2024 highlights the growing confidence investors have in health-tech, driven by its relentless demand from both businesses and healthcare requirements of patients,” said Dr Harshit Jain, Founder & Global CEO, Doceree.
“In 2025 and beyond, sustainable and impactful growth will be the cornerstone of attracting investor interest. Success will strongly lie on leveraging technology and enablement to align with the goals of the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, particularly its emphasis on digital health records, as this initiative holds the potential to significantly enhance healthcare accessibility and affordability, especially in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities across India. Nonetheless, as over 4,000 startups are now using AI and ML technologies, healthcare leaders in India are breaking old moulds and are driving a significant shift in the healthcare business landscape in 2025 and beyond,” added Dr Jain.
Amol Deshmukh, CEO and Founder of MedRabbits Healthcare said, “On National Startup Day 2025, we celebrate how India’s startups are reshaping industries and driving meaningful change. Beyond making the country self-sufficient, the startup ecosystem has created countless opportunities, providing jobs for the youth and fueling economic growth. The healthcare sector stands out, with startups bridging gaps in accessibility and redefining quality care for millions.”
“India’s home healthcare market is projected to grow at an impressive CAGR of 17.36% from 2024 to 2032. This growth is driven by an expanding aging population, rising cases of chronic diseases, and a growing emphasis on patient-centric care. For an aging population and a growing nation, this shift isn’t just timely—it’s necessary. At MedRabbits, our journey reflects the transformative power of innovation in healthcare delivery. By integrating advanced technology with compassionate care, we’ve created a scalable model that not only meets current healthcare demands but also anticipates future needs,” informs Deshmukh.
As per Ankit Kedia, Founder and Lead Investor, Capital-A, National Startup Day is a testament to the transformative journey of India’s entrepreneurs, who are reshaping industries with unprecedented boldness.
“Policies like the National Deep Tech Policy and PLI schemes have been pivotal, instilling confidence in startups to dream big and aim higher. At Capital-A, we have always championed the spirit of breaking traditional boundaries, and today’s startups are proving that the impossible can be achieved with the right ecosystem. What stands out most is the surge of entrepreneurial energy from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, reflecting a truly democratized spirit of innovation. National Startup Day is a call to action—a reminder to keep pushing boundaries and establish India as the global hub for innovation and excellence,” opined Kedia.
However, challenges remain—access to funding, global market expansion, and regulatory complexities continue to test entrepreneurs. National Startup Day serves as a reminder that collaboration between policymakers, investors, and founders is key to overcoming these hurdles.
As we move forward, embracing Industry 4.0 technologies, fostering a culture of innovation, and strengthening digital infrastructure will be crucial for India to sustain its momentum.