DPIIT and Bhaane Group unite to empower Indian manufacturing start-ups

By Staff Report January 28, 2025 8:44 pm IST

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Bhaane Group aim to promote new manufacturing entrepreneurs in India and foster relationships with international start-up ecosystems. This collaboration strives to strengthen India’s manufacturing landscape.

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has signed a MoU with the Bhaane Group, a subsidiary of Shahi Exports Pvt Ltd, the largest manufacturer of apparel. This collaboration will launch incubation programs for start-ups specialising in manufacturing, along with other production areas and foster relationships with international start-up ecosystems. This is part of the government’s thrust on promoting new manufacturing entrepreneurs in the country.

Through its extensive experience, the private firm will support upcoming start-ups by providing access to market insights. The firm will facilitate them to create a holistic understanding of the workings of foreign markets, along with guidance on operational knowledge throughout the start-up lifecycle.

Sanjiv, Joint Secretary, DPIIT, said, “This collaboration serves a greater good—to nurture a thriving entrepreneurial spirit and strengthen India’s manufacturing landscape. By facilitating connections between start-ups and established players like the Bhaane Group, we foster a mutually beneficial environment where innovation flourishes and Indian businesses achieve global success.”

Anand Ahuja, CEO and Co-Founder of the Bhaane Group, said, “Global brands are eyeing investing in Indian start-ups, as it is one of the leading players in the South Asian market. DPIIT’s mission with Start-up India aligns with our outlook to foster innovation and global competitiveness among Indian start-ups.”