PM Narendra Modi to interact with start-up entrepreneurs

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that he will interact with start-up entrepreneurs after the launch of the government`s "Start-Up India" initiative.

"Will join the programme to commence the Start-up India movement this evening. Looking forward to interacting with start-up entrepreneurs," Modi tweeted.

In another tweet, he said: "Start-Up India movement begins today (Saturday). This movement celebrates the energy and enterprising spirit of our youth."

The government`s "Start-Up India" initiative along with a "Start-Up Action Plan" will be launched here by Prime Minister Modi.

The launch event is aimed at celebrating the entrepreneurship spirit of the country`s youth and will be attended by the CEOs and founders of top start-ups from across the country and abroad.

The programme is also aimed at promoting financing for start-ups and give incentives to boost entrepreneurship.

Modi will release the Start-Up Action Plan, visit a virtual exhibition and interact with start-up entrepreneurs at the event.