The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has approved ₹50 crore for implementing the Ahmedabad Innovation and Startup Policy 2026 during the 2026-27 financial year, with the programme aimed at involving startups in developing technology-based solutions for urban challenges.
The approval was granted by the civic body’s e-governance committee, which also cleared the standard operating procedure for implementing the policy.
The funds have been allocated to Smart City Ahmedabad Development Ltd, which will work with startups on projects linked to civic governance and city-related problems.
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Startups to Work on Urban Challenges
Under the policy, startups will be encouraged to develop innovative solutions for a range of challenges faced by the city.
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation intends to use the programme to strengthen the local startup ecosystem while increasing the use of technology and innovation in civic administration.
Smart City Ahmedabad Development Ltd will be responsible for engaging startups and supporting the implementation of selected projects.
Projects Above ₹35 Lakh to Receive Support
The e-governance committee also approved amendments to the Ahmedabad Innovation and Startup Policy 2026 in its first phase.
Under the revised framework, the municipal corporation will support startups undertaking projects valued at more than ₹35 lakh to address city-related issues.
The financial allocation is intended to help startups develop and implement solutions that can be used in municipal services and urban management.
Three-Year Property Tax Relief Included
The policy also provides property tax relief for eligible startups for a period of three years.
Officials said the measures are intended to promote entrepreneurship, attract innovative enterprises and encourage greater participation by startups in solving urban challenges.
The ₹50 crore allocation will support the rollout of the policy during the 2026-27 financial year.
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