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India is advancing rapidly on the global innovation stage, and states are playing a critical role in this transformation. Haryana, through the launch of H-HUB (a startup incubator in Gurugram), its upcoming Semiconductor Manufacturing Policy, and the planned Global Capability Centre (GCC) Policy, is positioning itself as one of the important contributors to India’s growth—leveraging infrastructure, funding, and inclusivity to attract entrepreneurs and global investors.
India’s Innovation Momentum
India’s innovation ecosystem is scaling at an unprecedented pace. Over the past decade, the country has become home to hundreds of unicorns, deep-tech ventures, and global service centres. This rise has been driven not just by central policies but by states competing to build startup-friendly environments, advanced manufacturing clusters, and global technology hubs.
Among these states, Haryana has emerged as an active player. With Gurugram already a corporate powerhouse, Haryana is strengthening its role in India’s innovation map through focused initiatives in startup incubation, semiconductor manufacturing, and global capability centres (GCCs).
H-HUB: Startup Incubation in Gurugram
On September 5, 2025, Haryana launched H-HUB, a startup incubator in Gurugram designed to rival the best incubation centres in India. The facility offers nearly 120,000 sq ft of plug-and-play workspaces, innovation labs, prototyping centres, high-performance computing, and AI research hubs.
The state has also committed a ₹2,000 crore Rupees of Funds to channel venture capital into early-stage companies. Startups can access grants, rental reimbursements, patent reimbursements, cloud credits, and SGST incentives.
Where Haryana stands out is its emphasis on women entrepreneurship. Roughly half of its 9,100 DPIIT-recognized startups are women-led. Policies such as higher rental subsidies, mentorship via the Women Entrepreneurship Platform, and vocational training under Mission Shakti show how inclusivity is being embedded into growth.
H-HUB signals that Haryana is serious about being part of India’s startup growth story, creating the infrastructure and policy support to nurture ventures.
Semiconductor Manufacturing Policy: Building Capacity
India’s semiconductor ambition depends on multiple states offering competitive ecosystems. Haryana is developing its Semiconductor Manufacturing Policy to contribute to this national effort.
The policy aims to establish an Electronics Manufacturing Cluster (EMC) in Sohna, Haryana’s first semiconductor cluster, which could become part of India’s larger chip manufacturing ecosystem. Proposed incentives include long-term land leases, subsidies covering up to 50% of project cost, capital support, and SGST reimbursements aligned with central schemes.
By doing so, Haryana seeks to attract Japanese, Taiwanese, and other global players. Sohna’s proximity to NCR’s auto and electronics industries gives it an edge for vendor development and supply-chain integration.
While states like Gujarat have already attracted large semiconductor projects, Haryana’s policy reflects its intent to be part of the national semiconductor network, adding regional strength to India’s global competitiveness.
GCC Policy: Expanding India’s Services Edge
Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are among India’s fastest-growing export strengths, with companies using them for AI, cybersecurity, and R&D. Haryana is preparing a dedicated GCC Policy to attract global firms to Gurugram, leveraging its corporate presence and airport connectivity.
Incentives under consideration include land and capital subsidies, workforce training grants, interest subsidies, and operational flexibility for women in night shifts. A ₹200 crore Haryana AI Mission has also been announced to support AI-driven GCC projects.
Global Capability Centres are becoming vital to India’s services exports, and Gurugram is already seen as one of the top GCC hubs in India. While Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune are already established, Gurugram’s ecosystem positions Haryana as a competitive alternative for global capability centres in India.
Challenges and Opportunities
Haryana’s ambitions are not without challenges. Timely land approvals, aligning state policies with central schemes, and competing with other states will be critical for success.
Yet, Haryana’s advantages—its location in NCR, corporate base, and strong women entrepreneurship participation—give it leverage. Experts argue that Haryana’s “layered approach,” combining incubation, manufacturing, and services, allows it to support India’s innovation ecosystem more broadly rather than dominating it outright.
Conclusion: A Contributor to India’s Larger Story
India’s rise as a global innovation hub is not being written by a single city or state—it is a collective narrative shaped by multiple regions. Haryana, with H-HUB, the Semiconductor Manufacturing Policy, and the GCC Policy, is carving out its place as a key contributor to this national growth story.
By providing world-class incubation, supporting advanced manufacturing, and fostering global services, Haryana strengthens the broader Indian innovation ecosystem. It may not be the only player, but it is undoubtedly one of the states pushing India’s innovation drive forward at speed.
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