Tamil Nadu: 12 DST-Incubated Startups From Tier 2 Cities Win ₹50 Lakh Grants At 'Think Salem 2025' Conclave
Published on: Dec. 29, 2025, 11:34 a.m. | Source: Free Press Journal
Twelve startups incubated at DST-supported Sona i-TBI in Tamil Nadu received Rs 50 lakh in grants under the DST-NIDHI initiative, while five startups secured Rs 60 lakh from the Startup India Seed Fund. These ventures, from tier 2 cities, focus on healthcare, AI, drones, sustainability, and mobility, reflecting the growing innovation ecosystem in Salem and beyond.
