National Entrepreneurship Day is observed on 9 November to highlight the importance of entrepreneurship and innovation in India’s economic development. The day also marks the establishment of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship in 2014.
- India has emerged as the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem, with over 2.62 lakh DPIIT-recognised startups, according to Akashvani News.
- Startups have created more than 23 lakh jobs up to March 2026. Over 55,200 startups were recognised during FY 2025–26, the highest number in a single year since 2016.
- More than 1 lakh recognised startups have at least one woman director or partner. Major government initiatives include Startup India, Atal Innovation Mission, PM Mudra Yojana and PMEGP.
