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Tamil Nadu Startups Shift to Bengaluru Amid Funding Decline

10/3/2025

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Fragaria, a Tamil Nadu-based agritech startup, moved to Bengaluru, citing climate and better market access.
The shift reflects Tamil Nadu startups relocating to Bengaluru, signaling ecosystem challenges.
Tamil Nadu's startup funding fell 44% last year, the lowest since 2020, despite being the second-largest economy.
The state supports TANSEED and is building regional hubs and digital platforms to improve resource access.

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Story summary

Fragaria, a Tamil Nadu-based agritech startup, moved to Bengaluru, citing climate and better market access.
The shift reflects Tamil Nadu startups relocating to Bengaluru, signaling ecosystem challenges.
Tamil Nadu's startup funding fell 44% last year, the lowest since 2020, despite being the second-largest economy.
The state supports TANSEED and is building regional hubs and digital platforms to improve resource access.