Bangalore's nickname as India's Silicon Valley stems from its 1.5 million tech professionals, elite institutions like IISc and IITs, and over 10,000 startups fueled by $47.3 million in state funds and global investors like SoftBank. The city's robust ecosystem, including incubators and a 40% share of India's startups, drives innovation in fintech and AI, contributing £2.9 billion annually and attracting talent through a supportive, multicultural environment.