Funding crash, layoffs shift edtech's focus on innovation, governance
Business Standard|January 08, 2025
The Indian edtech sector faced a turbulent 2024, marked by leadership exits, mass layoffs, and restructuring efforts.
UDISHA SRIVASTAV
Funding crash, layoffs shift edtech's focus on innovation, governance

According to Venture Intelligence, edtech funding stood at $608 million in 2024, significantly less than $4.1 billion in 2021.

As 2025 begins, experts say the sector has a chance to rebuild by focusing on personalization, impact-driven solutions, and better governance.

Shailesh Haribhakti, a management expert, said the 2024 downturn has paved the way for sensible approaches and stronger governance.

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