Over 4.5k startup employees lose jobs since July

Feb 26, 2026 - 05:00
Over 4.5k startup employees lose jobs since July

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Indian startups have seen over 4,500 job cuts since July last year, driven by a ban on online real-money gaming and a shift towards profitability. Investors now favor lean teams, with AI-first companies leading this trend. Companies are strategically hiring, focusing on essential roles and cost optimization, especially as some eye IPOs.

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