DPIIT ink agreement with Flipkart to support technology startup
The Department of Industrial Promotion and Internal Trade (DPIIT) on Monday said it has partnered with e-commerce firm Flipkart to support tech startups across India.
The cooperation will make it possible to implement industrial reports, research papers, datasets and other studies published by government authorities for market research and speed up patent applications filed by startups for timely opportunities, it added.
DPIIT Joint Secretary Sanjiv said the MoU will create effective regional collaboration so that Startups can scale new heights.
Rajneesh Kumar, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Flipkart Group, said the company will provide resources, guidance, and support for key steps, such as prototype development and provide communications and information for international expansion.