Research & development in drugs have also been the kindling flame under the emphasis that is being laid. India has made it an unparalleled task through a rich legacy of pharmaceuticals and generics manufacturing. Apart from the technical inputs, the startup ecosystem is abundantly supported by the government through funding programs, regulatory incentives, and initiatives like the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC).
India is witnessing a spate of innovative drug discovery start-ups that would attempt to make a difference not only in the domestic healthcare space but also address the wider global medical requirements. These start-ups are coming up with new therapies for large categories of diseases such as cancer, infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders, and rare genetic disorders.
The drug discovery startups in the country began applying AI, ML, and big data analytics in their system in 2024 to develop drugs much faster and cheaper. Programs like the Department of Biotechnology's Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council and funding from venture capital firms aid much-needed funds for starts-up in the country. The growth of precision medicine and tailored therapies is remolding the future of drug discovery in India, which takes the form of many companies that are fast working towards targeted treatments in accordance with genetic and molecular profiling....
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 | Acubiosys | Develop Innovative, Novel-led scientific research solutions from early drug discovery to lead optimization stage and support various pharma companies thereby assisting them in drug discovery |
 | Alkem Laboratories | A pharmaceutical company that develops, manufactures and markets generic and specialty pharmaceutical products, portfolio includes active pharmaceutical ingredients, generic products, branded products and nutraceuticals |
 | Aurigene Oncology | Have built comprehensive drug discovery and development capabilities, nurtured a growing team of passionate scientists, and collaborated with partners from across the world |
 | Elder Pharmaceuticals | A Pharmaceutical company engaged in Research & Development, Manufacturing, Marketing and sale of finished formulations across the world |
 | Emcure | Focuses on introducing differentiated products backed by research and development and innovative manufacturing solutions |
 | Ipca Laboratories | Formulation R&D Capabilities includes, Design and development of new dosage forms, Pre-formulation studies, Lab/pilot scale studies, Process optimization/validation studies, Stability studies as per ICH guidance and Technology transfer of new products |
 | Jubilant Life Pharmova | A company with global presence that is involved in Radiopharma, Allergy Immunotherapy, CDMO Sterile Injectables, Contract Research Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CRDMO), Generics and Proprietary Novel Drugs businesses |
 | LN Laboratories | Focuses on patient-friendly dosage forms and innovative drug delivery systems in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical |
 | Mankind Pharma | Manufactures a wide range of products, including antibiotics, cardiovascular, dermal, gastrointestinal, and erectile dysfunction medications, some of their consumer healthcare brands include Manforce, Prega News, and Unwanted-72 |
 | Steerlife India | Pioneering Pharmaceutical Innovation through End-to-End Processing and Product Development Solutions |
