State government to engage startups in government departments under Startup Policy 2025–30

The state government has initiated the use of startups, innovation, and technology in government departments, aligning with their needs. Under the Startup Policy 2025–30, the government itself will become the first customer (Government First) for startups. The IT Department has released guidelines regarding this. Selected startups will receive a work order worth ₹ 25 lakh each. The government plans to provide opportunities for 100 startups to work with departments over three years. The plan aims to change the traditional working methods of departments and adopt a results-oriented pace through startup collaboration.