Here's How Bhaskar is Binding India’s Startups - And It's Just Getting Started

While most headlines chase unicorn valuations and mega funding rounds, something far more foundational is happening behind the scenes in India’s startup ecosystem — a quiet, strategic move that could become a game-changer for nearly every early-stage entrepreneur in the country.

Meet BHASKAR — the Bharat Startup Knowledge Access Registry, a digital platform developed by the Government of India that's quietly gaining ground. As of June 30, 2025, the platform has already registered 1,97,932 startups. That’s nearly two lakh businesses — big and small — now plugged into a national tech infrastructure built to foster connection, collaboration, and growth.

And what’s remarkable? This is just the pilot phase.

Bhaskar: Building a Digital Highway for Startups

BHASKAR isn’t your average government dashboard. It’s designed as a comprehensive digital registry and collaboration hub — a platform where startups, incubators, accelerators, investors, and government agencies can seamlessly interact, apply for schemes, and co-create opportunities.

Think of it as the digital nervous system of India’s innovation economy. It provides a single-window interface for:

• Peer-to-peer collaboration

• Scheme discovery and participation

• Stakeholder visibility across the ecosystem

• Integration with national-level startup programs

Every registered stakeholder gets a personalized ID, and the platform is also rolling out microsites to allow for smoother implementation of schemes and initiatives at both central and state levels.

The data was officially shared in the Rajya Sabha by Jitin Prasada, Minister of State for Commerce & Industry, confirming BHASKAR’s rapid adoption and emerging influence.

The Numbers That Prove It's Working

The platform’s growing popularity isn’t just theoretical. It’s backed by solid participation from across India:

Other notable states include Tamil Nadu (13,409), Telangana (10,433), and Haryana (10,082) — making it evident that the startup wave is no longer confined to traditional hubs like Bengaluru and Mumbai. It’s becoming truly national.

Empowering Startups Through Access, Not Just Funding

While a lot of attention in the ecosystem focuses on raising capital, what many startups really need is access — to the right schemes, mentors, partners, and visibility. BHASKAR addresses that.

To ensure startups across India know about and benefit from the platform, the government is driving targeted outreach initiatives, including:

• On-ground workshops and events in collaboration with State Startup Nodal Agencies

• Engagements with colleges, accelerators, and incubators

• Digital campaigns to spread awareness among micro and small entrepreneurs

This multi-channel push ensures that even startups in smaller towns and rural districts have a chance to plug into the larger startup ecosystem without being left behind.

A Platform With Long-Term Vision

More than just a database, BHASKAR is being positioned as a long-term strategic infrastructure. As it scales beyond the pilot phase, it is expected to serve multiple roles:

• Data-backed policy formulation

• Centralized implementation of government schemes

• Improved transparency and governance

• A digital bridge between startups and the government

In short, it’s not just about listing names — it’s about creating a living, breathing ecosystem that talks to each other in real time.

A Quiet Revolution Taking Shape

In the fast-moving world of Indian startups, it’s easy to get lost in the noise of valuations, accelerators, and investor exits. But the real infrastructure that supports these dreams often goes unnoticed. BHASKAR is one such initiative — one that doesn’t seek the spotlight but could very well reshape how the ecosystem functions at scale.

As the platform continues to evolve, its impact could extend far beyond just registrations. It could define how startups interact with the state, with each other, and with the resources they need to thrive — from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, from early-stage bootstrapped ventures to scaling startups looking to go global.

For now, it’s clear that nearly 2 lakh startups have already placed their trust in this new-age platform. The question now is: Can BHASKAR become the beating heart of India’s startup revolution?