Launched in 2016 by the Technology Development Board (TDB) and the Government of India in partnership with the Department for International Development (DFID), UK, aimed to incubate hundreds of social enterprises in 8 Low-Income States (LIS).
Supporting early-stage edtech and skill tech startups, with impactful and innovative tech-based solutions for the youth.
Fostering innovation in Civic, Legal, and Property Rights Technology sectors by raising awareness, engaging youth, and supporting ventures.
Enabling Corporates to buy Environmentally sustainable and Socially conscious products from Startups directly working with rural artisans.
The Initiative focuses on incubating and backing startups that work in areas such as financial inclusion, livelihood, skilling and health. All startups supported by the Initiative use technology as leverage to increase reach and build products that serve the underserved.