Startups need industry to tell them what problems to solve: Arvind Kumar
The Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), an autonomous body under the ministry of electronics and IT, was initially set up to promote IT and IT-enabled services exports. Over time, its role has shifted significantly. Over the last three years, STPI has actively repositioned itself as a catalyst for startup growth, particularly in tier 2 and tier 3 cities. Director General Arvind Kumar, in a conversation with Ayanti Bera, speaks about how the organisation is enabling deep-tech innovation, what startups need from industry, and how market access remains a critical hurdle for young ventures. Excerpts:
