Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali Paryatan Swarojgar Yojana
By Department of Tourism, Government of Uttarakhand
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Quick Answer
This Uttarakhand government scheme provides grants and subsidies up to ₹33 lakh to unemployed residents for establishing tourism-related self-employment ventures.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹33 Lakhs
- Funding type
- Grant
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Uttarakhand
About this grant
The scheme 'Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali Paryatan Swarojgar Yojana' was launched by the Department of Tourism, Government of Uttarakhand, with the primary objective of fostering self-employment and entrepreneurship within the state's burgeoning tourism sector. It targets unemployed residents of Uttarakhand, offering crucial financial assistance and subsidies for the development of diverse tourism-related infrastructure and services. This initiative aims to leverage Uttarakhand's natural and cultural attractions to create sustainable livelihoods and strengthen the local economy. The program is applicable across all regions of Uttarakhand, ensuring broad access to its benefits for eligible residents.
The scheme encompasses support for both vehicle items, such as ordinary and electric buses, taxis, and max cabs, and a wide array of non-vehicle items. Non-vehicle items include the establishment of hotels/paying guest accommodations, motor garages/workshops, fast food centers, Sadhna Kutir Yoga Meditation centers, adventure activities, modern tourist information centers, tented residential facilities, sales centers for local handicrafts, bakeries, laundries, as well as equipment for terrain biking, stargazing, bird watching, herbal tourism, kayaking/boating, and angling. It also supports caravan/motor home tourism, the construction of museums and souvenir centers, and floating hotels. Applicants are encouraged to propose innovative projects that align with the unique attractions and characteristics of their specific areas within Uttarakhand.
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Benefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹33 Lakhs
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
Financial Grants: The scheme provides significant financial grants up to ₹33 lakh for eligible tourism projects. This includes up to 33% of the project cost (max ₹33 lakh) for non-vehicle items in hilly areas, up to 25% (max ₹25 lakh) for non-vehicle items in plain areas, up to 25% (max ₹10 lakh) for general vehicle items, and up to 50% (max ₹20 lakh) for specific electric/air-conditioned buses.
Project Variety: Supports a wide array of tourism-related ventures, from traditional vehicle services and hospitality (hotels, paying guests) to specialized services like yoga centers, adventure activities, eco-tourism (star gazing, bird watching, herbal tourism), and local handicraft sales. Innovative projects are also encouraged.
Loan Facilitation: The program streamlines the process of obtaining bank loans by forwarding approved proposals directly to the applicant's chosen bank branch, assisting in securing necessary project financing.
Economic Empowerment: Aims to foster self-employment and entrepreneurship among unemployed residents, contributing to economic development and job creation within Uttarakhand's vibrant tourism sector.
- Disbursement
- Milestone Based
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
Applications are initially forwarded to the District Tourism Development Officer (DTDO) of the concerned district. The DTDO then convenes a committee meeting, which is chaired by the District Magistrate. Applicants are invited for an interview on a scheduled date with this committee. Based on the interview and proposal evaluation, approved projects are then forwarded online to the applicant's chosen bank branch to facilitate the loan acquisition process.
Application Process
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Submit on the official portal
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Follow up
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Program templates & documents
Files the program publishes for applicants — download these and apply in the prescribed format.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum grant available under the scheme?
The maximum grant available is ₹33.00 lakh for non-vehicle items in hilly areas. Other categories have maximum grants of ₹25.00 lakh, ₹20.00 lakh, or ₹10.00 lakh depending on the type of project and location.
Who is considered an unemployed person for this scheme?
An unemployed person is defined as someone not currently engaged in any business, enterprise, or profession at the time of application.
Is land ownership required for the scheme?
Applicants must either own the land, have land in a close relative's name (with the land mortgaged as priority security), or be able to lease land for a period exceeding the loan repayment term.
Are there any financial contributions required from the applicant?
Yes, applicants must contribute 12.5% of the total project cost as Margin Money to avail the subsidy benefits under the scheme.
What types of projects are eligible?
The scheme supports a wide range of vehicle items (buses, taxis) and non-vehicle items (hotels, garages, fast food, yoga centers, adventure tourism, handicraft sales, bakery, laundry, etc.). Innovative tourism projects are also welcome.
How is the grant disbursed?
After the project or vehicle purchase is completed and verified by departmental officials, the approved grant amount is released to the applicant's bank branch in accordance with regulations.
