Government Unveils Support Scheme for Telecom Startups and MSMEs

The Telecom Department introduced a support scheme for reimbursing testing and certification costs for startups and MSMEs. This initiative, announced at the India Mobile Congress 2024 launch event, aims to financially assist and support these enterprises, as emphasized by Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.

The Telecom Department on Thursday introduced a new scheme aimed at reimbursing testing and certification charges for startups and micro, small enterprises (MSMEs).

Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced the initiative during the unveiling of the theme for the India Mobile Congress 2024, set for October.

Scindia highlighted the importance of the scheme, noting that in a startup ecosystem where financial resources are crucial, the government's commitment provides both certification and financial assistance to MSMEs and startups.

(With inputs from agencies.)