Delhi Government Allocates Rs 10 Lakh to Six Student Startups

The Campus to Market: Delhi Startup Yuva Festival 2026 concluded on November 12, 2026, with the awarding of equity-free seed grants of up to Rs 10 lakh to six student-led startups. This funding is part of a wider push by the Government of NCT of Delhi to encourage student entrepreneurship. Alongside these primary awards, 100 other student startups were given encouragement grants of Rs 1 lakh to help them through their initial stages of development.

The six startups receiving the larger grants include Biocare Ventures LLP (FlushSHE), AllSecureX, HeliousAI, Heuronics Pvt Ltd, Logify360, and Arista Vault. Their work covers a diverse range of fields, from defence technology and cyber security to sustainability, AI, and consumer innovation.

The Campus to Market initiative aims to help students move their ideas from the classroom into the real world. By offering early-stage funding, mentorship, and industry connections, it provides the resources needed to refine products and connect with the right stakeholders. This structured approach values execution as much as ideation, helping teams turn concepts into viable market solutions.

To build this supportive environment, the Department of Training & Technical Education worked alongside TiE Delhi-NCR and other key stakeholders. The festival drew in students from a variety of backgrounds, including those from universities, colleges, ITIs, and schools, all coming together to build a shared culture of innovation.

Rekha Gupta, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of NCT of Delhi, spoke about the government’s dedication to supporting young talent. She remarked on the steady growth of India's startup ecosystem since 2014 and noted that the festival serves as a reflection of the creativity and ambition found among Delhi's youth.

Beyond the individual businesses, the program helps build a broader foundation for entrepreneurship in the city. By involving over 750 students in direct mentorship and funding, the initiative supports a growing grassroots movement. Currently, more than 75,000 students are participating in various innovation projects, and over 550 startups have been incubated through public institutions.

This local support fits into national goals like Viksit Bharat @2047 and Startup India. Moving forward, the Campus to Market program is intended to be an annual event, adapting over time to meet the changing needs of student founders.

Feedback from founders and policy discussions during the festival will help shape future improvements to Delhi’s startup framework. The focus will remain on building stronger industry links and ensuring better access to early capital. These efforts help solidify Delhi's status as a center for student-led business while contributing to the growth of India’s overall startup landscape.