This paper is an attempt to study the influence of public policy on the growth of software industry clusters in India by conducting a comparative case study of Hyderabad and Noida. The study investigates how policy initiatives, institutional frameworks, and government support have contributed to the emergence and development of these clusters. By analysing the different approaches adopted by Hyderabad and Noida, the study aims to highlight the important factors that have enabled the growth of software industry clusters in India. By comparing the cases of Hyderabad and Noida software industry clusters, the study offers valuable insights into the role of public policy in fostering the growth of technology-driven regional clusters.