Shimla, April 3 -- The Himachal Pradesh government is focusing on promoting entrepreneurship and accelerating industrial growth in the state through a series of policy initiatives aimed at strengthening the startup ecosystem and creating new employment opportunities.

A government spokesperson said here on Friday that the government led by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has been taking steps to encourage innovation, support young entrepreneurs and create a conducive environment for investment and industry in the hill state.

Himachal Pradesh has recently been recognised as a top performer in the fifth edition of the startup ranking conducted by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, he said, adding that the recognition highlights the...