India, Feb. 24 -- Uttar Pradesh (UP) has undergone an unrivalled transformation in the last decade or so. Also known as the Heartland of India and for its rich cultural heritage, the state today is one of the top five startup ecosystems being fostered in the country.

Backed by a supportive government and its policies, a state-of-the-art infrastructure, and a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem, the region is home to more than 14,000 DPIIT-registered startups, according to Inc42's The State of Uttar Pradesh Startup Ecosystem Report 2025, unveiled by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during Inc42's Griffin Retreat in Agra.

Griffin Retreat by Inc42, hosted at the iconic Oberoi Amarvilas, convened 75+ Indian unicorn and soonicorn founders for t...