India’s startup growth is shifting beyond metros to Tier-2 cities like Surat, Indore, Nagpur, and Bhubaneswar. These emerging hubs offer lower costs, fresh talent, and strong local support. Driven by digital access, incubators, and youth ambition, they’re fostering innovation in sectors like logistics, fintech, agritech, and edtech, paving the way for India’s next wave of unicorns.