The Kerala Startup Mission was created to develop a thriving startup ecosystem in the state. It connects academics, industries, research institutions, and startups to support innovation. The ecosystem provides resources to encourage entrepreneurship from schools to universities. Kerala has a strong network of educational and research organizations linked to incubators and startups that has produced successful examples beyond just software and IT. The state government established policies and the Kerala Startup Mission to implement initiatives that cultivate technology-led businesses and make Kerala a hub for entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, and startups.