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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- The Atal Innovation Mission is the Government of India's flagship initiative under NITI Aayog to promote a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship across the country.
- Under which body does the Atal Innovation Mission function?
- What are Atal Tinkering Labs?
- How does AIM differ from the Atal Pension Yojana?
- When was the Atal Innovation Mission launched and what is AIM 2.0?

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