By Your AgriStory 
India stands at a crucial turning point where CleanTech and FinTech innovations must drive sustainable and inclusive growth. Sustainable recycling, e-mobility, and carbon-neutral technologies are essential for climate action, while alternative credit models, fraud detection, and secure digital transactions enhance financial inclusion. The Stride Bharat Grand Challenge creates a platform for startups to scale impactful solutions, connecting innovators with investors and industry leaders to accelerate India’s transition toward a greener, financially empowered future.
The Bharat Startup Grand Challenge, in collaboration with Startup India, is an initiative aimed at empowering entrepreneurs and fostering innovation in India’s startup ecosystem. This challenge provides a platform for early and growth-stage startups (Seed to Series A), registered with DPIIT, to showcase their groundbreaking solutions in key sectors, with opportunities for funding, mentorship, and market access.
Stride Ventures is a leading venture debt firm in India that supports high-potential startups through customized debt and structured financing solutions. The firm has backed some of India’s most successful startups across multiple sectors, providing not just financial support but also strategic partnerships, mentorship, and access to investors. Stride’s portfolio includes industry leaders in fintech, sustainability, e-mobility, and more, making it a key player in India’s startup growth story.
Please note that:
- To ensure clarity and impact, all answers must be structured, concise, and data-driven.
- Shortlisted startups will be informed via email regarding next steps.
- Shortlisted startups may be required to give more detailed financials (historical and projections) and other information for due diligence. This will decide their eligibility for funding by Stride Ventures.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Early and growth stage, new age startups (Seed-Series A).
- DPIIT registered startup.
Relevant Stakeholder:
- Early Traction Startup.
- Scaling Stage Startup.
Themes for Challenges:
| Sustainability | Circularity |
| E-mobility | Battery manufacturing |
| Fintech | Recycling |
| Refining |
Relevant Industry:
| Analytics | Design | Travel & Tourism | Real Estate |
| Automotive | Dating Matrimonial | Other Specialty Retailers | Toys and Games |
| Agriculture | Enterprise Software | Biotechnology | Social Network |
| Aeronautics Aerospace & Defence | Education | Waste Management | Passenger Experience |
| Advertising | Events | Safety | Renewable Energy |
| Architecture Interior Design | Finance Technology | Security Solutions | House-Hold Services |
| Animation | Fashion | Sports | Internet of Things |
| Art & Photography | Food & Beverages | Indic Language Startups | Non- Renewable Energy |
| Airport Operations | Green Technology | Marketing | |
| AI | IT Services | Social Impact | |
| AR VR (Augmented + Virtual Reality) | Human Resources | Media & Entertainment | |
| Computer Vision | Pets & Animals | Retail | |
| Construction | Professional & Commercial Services | Healthcare & Lifesciences | |
| Chemicals | Textiles & Apparel | Robotics |
Incentives:
Fiscal Incentives:
Winners will have the opportunity to secure Debt/Equity funding of up to ₹15 Cr, subject to meeting predefined eligibility criteria and necessary due diligence.
Non-Fiscal Incentives:
Winners will also have access to –
- B2B connections to Stride’s portfolio companies
- Other AMCs (VC, PEs) and institutional investors
- Mentorship and guidance on GTM, future fundraising, supply chain/ vendor financing, market expansion strategies etc.
- Channel connections and market linkages wherever applicable.
Timeline:
Application Start Date: 21 Feb, 2025
Application End Date: 20 March, 2025
Apply Now: CLICK HERE
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