India, Aug. 30 -- Startup India was launched in 2016 to encourage entrepreneurship, create jobs, and ease access to capital. The policy did contribute to building a visible startup culture in India. More than 1.2 Lakh startups have been officially recognised. New ventures have created employment across sectors.

More than 100 startups have crossed the billion-dollar valuation mark. Reforms such as digital company registration, support for patent filings, tax exemptions, and access to digital public infrastructure have made it easier to start up.

Yet, the experience on the ground varies. Founders often deal with vague regulations, limited access to funding, and compliance work that takes up time and resources. While awareness and policy i...