6. Ahmedabad
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Known as the “Manchester of the East” thanks to the thriving textile industry in the area, Ahmedabad is also one of the largest exporters of jewelry and gemstones in India.
When it comes to startups, Ahmedabad is home to a Center for Innovation Incubation and Entrepreneurship. Over a hundred startups have already been launched from here, setting up the grounds for a beautiful and interesting future. There’s also the National Design Business Incubator here, which focuses on start-ups that work in design.
The automotive industry also has a presence here, as Tata’s Nano project is based near Ahmedabad, while Ford and Suzuki have also expressed plans to open plants down here.