New Delhi, Sept. 5 -- The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has entered into separate agreements with Pfizer Limited and ICICI Bank to expand support for startups across healthcare, technology, and innovation-driven sectors.

The partnership with Pfizer focuses on advancing India's healthcare innovation ecosystem through the Pfizer INDovation programme.

The initiative will provide DPIIT-recognised startups with grants of up to Rs 60 lakh each, alongside an 18-month incubation programme delivered by Social Alpha.

It includes acceleration tracks for clinical validation, regulatory clearances, and go-to-market strategies. Startups will also gain mentorship, infrastructure access, and exposure at Pfizer's R&D f...