Patna: The Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), under the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY), has inaugurated a state-of-the-art incubation facility in Patna (STPI Patna) and launched a new STPI Centre in Darbhanga to bolster the IT/ITES ecosystem and nurture tech startups in Bihar.
The launch was officiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasizing the central government’s commitment to inclusive digital growth.
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STPI Patna: A High-Impact Technology Incubator
Located in the Patliputra Industrial Area, the newly developed STPI Patna spans 1,00,000 sq. ft. and was constructed at a cost of ₹53.10 crore.
The facility includes:
- 103 plug-and-play seats
- 37,000 sq. ft. raw incubation space
- A Network Operation Centre (NOC)
- A Co-location/Data Centre
This next-generation infrastructure aims to support startups, generate employment, and drive software exports. Currently, over 450 youth are employed by startups operating from this facility.
STPI Darbhanga: Empowering Mithilanchal’s Digital Aspirations
The newly inaugurated STPI Centre in Darbhanga, built with an investment of ₹10 crore, offers:
- 76 plug-and-play incubation seats
- Meeting rooms and cafeteria
- NOC and collaborative infrastructure across 16,000 sq. ft.
Strategically located at ITI Laheriasarai, the Darbhanga centre is designed to cater to the growing demand for innovation infrastructure in north Bihar.
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Fueling the Startup Ecosystem through NGIS
Under the Next Generation Incubation Scheme (NGIS), STPI has extended mentorship, seed funding, and capacity building to 29 startups from Bihar. This initiative is a key driver of Bihar’s emerging startup ecosystem, enabling local entrepreneurs to innovate and scale without relocating to larger metro cities.
A New Chapter for Bihar’s Digital Economy
The STPI Patna and Darbhanga centres reflect a broader mission to decentralize India’s tech growth, unlocking new opportunities for regional talent and fostering sustainable employment across tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
With world-class infrastructure, proactive policy support, and a thriving startup base, Bihar is rapidly positioning itself as a rising digital hub in India’s technology landscape.
