NEW DELHI: Samsung has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Startup India programme to support young innovators across the country, with a special focus on smaller towns and cities.The MoU will see Samsung’s ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ initiative team up with Startup India’s national ecosystem of incubation, mentorship, and policy support. “The collaboration aims to identify and nurture high-potential talent, especially from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, by providing access to infrastructure, expert guidance, market linkages, and funding opportunities,” the company said.SP Chun, Corporate VP at Samsung Southwest Asia, said the partnership aims to nurture the next generation of changemakers from the remote corners of India to become the problem solvers of tomorrow. “This collaboration is aligned with Skill India and Digital India initiatives and aims to strengthen the innovation ecosystem in the country,” he said.Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Sanjiv said empowering young innovators is central to India’s growth story. “Through this collaboration between Startup India and Samsung Solve for Tomorrow, we are strengthening our commitment to building an inclusive, innovation-led ecosystem. This partnership will not only encourage youth from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities to ideate and innovate, but also aligns closely with the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.”Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is an innovation and education initiative designed to foster problem-solving, creativity, and social impact among India’s youth. “Through this programme, young students are encouraged to identify real-world issues in their communities and work toward building scalable solutions using design thinking, technology and entrepreneurial skills. The initiative provides mentorship, workshops, prototype development support, and opportunities to pitch ideas to experts and investors,” Samsung said.The public-private partnership aims to work towards govt’s flagship programmes such as Make in India, Digital India, and Skill India.First launched in the US in 2010, Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is currently operational in 68 countries. The 2025 edition offers an incubation programme for the Top 4 winning teams that will receive a grant of Rs one crore.
