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Alternate Market Commission - A Boost for Startup Ecosystem

Bhumesh Verma, Managing partner and Soumya Shekhar, Associate Introduction Startup eco-system carries vast potential for economic activity and revenue generation in India. It has the knack to change the dynamics of the Indian economy to a large extent. To make it happen, however is hugely dependent on proper monitoring coupled with timely measures to support the startup fraternity by providing appropriate incentives. Last few years, Indian government has been beating its trumpet of having created and facilitated the Startup eco-system. Better late than never. The proposed AMC will work independentof the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) and the Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI). As of now, fundraising for growth and entering the next stage is the biggest challenge before startups. The following are the interesting prospects listed in the DEA notification to the aforesaid bodies: • Maximum capital/financial funds up to RS. 1 billion could be raised by the issuing entity.

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