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Uttarakhand's Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grah Aawas Vikas Yojana provides financial support to eligible residents who want to develop a homestay.
The scheme is aimed at improving local accommodation and creating income opportunities through tourism.
In hilly areas, eligible beneficiaries can receive a capital subsidy of up to 50% of the project cost, subject to a maximum of ₹15 lakh.
The scheme also provides an interest subsidy of up to ₹1.50 lakh during the first five years of the loan, Times of India reported.
Who Can Apply for the Homestay Subsidy?
The scheme is intended for permanent residents or natives of Uttarakhand. The applicant must own or hold the eligible residential property and live there with their family.
The homestay must be registered with the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board.
The official eligibility criteria also state that the property should be residential and that the owner or leaseholder should permanently reside there.
Between one and six rooms can be used for guests under the current eligibility document. The scheme covers the state except areas under municipal corporations.
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How Much Subsidy Is Available?
The subsidy differs between hill and plain areas.
In hill areas, the capital subsidy can reach 50% of the project cost, up to ₹15 lakh. In plain areas, it can reach 25%, with a maximum of ₹7.50 lakh.
The support is linked to taking a loan for the homestay project. Assistance can also cover improvements, expansion, renovation and certain upgrades to existing buildings.
The state government has also introduced provisions for community or group homestays in some areas, allowing local residents to work together on homestay projects.
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How to Apply for the Uttarakhand Homestay Scheme
Applicants can apply online through the state's designated portal. Required documents include Aadhaar, permanent residence proof, land or building documents and the project estimate.
Other approvals and documents may be required depending on the project.
After online submission, the application is forwarded to the relevant District Tourism Development Officer for further processing.
The official Uttarakhand Tourism website provides the scheme rules and registration information for applicants.
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