Startup Nagaland under the Department of Industries and Commerce on January 13, 2025 signed memoranda of understanding with two new technological incubators, the NITI Incubation Centre and the Aboriginal Business Technology Incubator, at the Director’s Conference Room of the Directorate of Industries and Commerce in Kohima.
The MoUs were signed as part of the state government’s efforts to strengthen the startup ecosystem and promote technology-led entrepreneurship in Nagaland. The signing ceremony was held in the presence of P. Tokugha Sema, Director of the Department of Industries and Commerce, Government of Nagaland.
According to officials, the collaboration aims to establish technology-driven startup incubation centres that will support innovation, entrepreneurship and digital transformation across the state. The incubators are expected to provide mentoring, infrastructure support and technical guidance to emerging startups, particularly those working in technology-enabled sectors.
The Department of Industries and Commerce stated that the initiative aligns with the objectives of Startup Nagaland to create a supportive environment for new enterprises and to encourage young entrepreneurs to develop scalable and sustainable business models. By partnering with specialised technological incubators, the department seeks to enhance access to expertise, resources and innovation networks for startups in Nagaland.
Officials said the MoUs mark an important step towards building a robust startup ecosystem in the state and facilitating collaboration between government institutions and incubation partners to drive economic growth and employment generation.