Delhi Govt proposes Rs 200 Cr VC fund under draft startup policy 2025

The Delhi government has released a draft of the Delhi Startup Policy 2025, proposing a Rs 200 crore venture capital fund aimed at backing early-stage ventures and positioning the national capital. 

The proposed fund will invest through equity and structured-debt instruments while attracting additional private participation via co-investment agreements. 

Apart from the VC fund, the draft policy outlines a series of financial incentives, including 100% reimbursement on lease rentals for co-working spaces, patent filing support, exhibition participation costs, and a monthly operational allowance of Rs 2 lakh for up to one year.

The policy also envisions the creation of 5,000 startups by 2035, with focus areas spanning healthcare, hospitality, fintech, robotics, AI, machine learning, drones, gaming, and augmented reality. Plans include setting up incubation centres, fabrication labs, and co-working spaces, supported through capital and operational subsidies.

A Policy Monitoring Committee, chaired by the Commissioner of Industries, will oversee inter-departmental approvals and ensure smooth execution of the policy. Stakeholders, including entrepreneurs, industry experts, and the public, have been invited to provide feedback on the draft until September 3, 2025.