<h1>Startup India Initiative Creates Over 1.66 Million Jobs in 55+ Industries, Boosts Innovation and Investment Nationwide.</h1> Under the Startup India initiative, recognized startups have created over 16.6 lakh direct jobs across more than 55 industries, as reported by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). The initiative, launched on January 16, 2016, aims to nurture innovation and encourage investments by offering schemes like Fund of Funds for Startups, Startup India Seed Fund Scheme, and Credit Guarantee Scheme. It includes capacity building, outreach, and ecosystem development programs, focusing on non-metropolitan areas. Digital platforms like the Startup India Hub and BHASKAR enhance resource access and collaboration for startups nationwide.