\u2713SETU or Supporting Entrepreneurs in Transformation and Upskilling is an Indian government initiative under Ministry of Commerce & Industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2713The initiative would connect start-ups in India to US-based investors and start-up ecosystem leaders with mentorship and assistance in various areas including funding, market access and commercialization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2206Significance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2713To break the geographical barriers between US mentors willing to invest in entrepreneurship and sunrise startups in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2713The interaction will be supported through the mentorship portal under the Startup India initiative MAARG, or the Mentorship, Advisory, Assistance, Resilience, and Growth program, which is a single-stop solution finder for startups in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2713The portal has been developed with the idea to be accessible from every corner of the country to connect with a mentor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2206Need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2713It is estimated that about 90% of the start-ups and more than half of the well-funded startups fail in their early days. Lack of experience in handling the business is a key issue, and founders require the right guidance for taking a decision and moral support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2713As India becomes a leading start-up destination, the proper guidance at the right time is paramount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2713Further, the Government of India invites stalwarts, seasoned experts, and industry leaders to give back to the nation by adding value to a startup\u2019s journey.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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