<h1>India's Startup Boom: Over 117K Startups, 1.24M Jobs, and 55K Women-Led Ventures Thrive Under Government Initiative.</h1> The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has recognized 117,254 startups in India as of December 31, 2023, under the Startup India initiative launched in 2016. These startups have generated over 1.24 million direct jobs, with at least one recognized startup present in every state and union territory, covering over 80% of districts. The initiative also promotes women entrepreneurship, with 55,816 startups having at least one woman director. Various government programs support women-led startups, including financial incentives, capacity development workshops, and dedicated incubation centers. The government also conducts initiatives to boost women entrepreneurship through policy measures and awards.