Capital Investment Subsidy For Expansion Of Established Star/Deluxe/Standard Hotel/Resort/Heritage Hotel

The Madhya Pradesh Tourism Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, administers the Capital Investment Subsidy for Expansion of Established Star/Deluxe/Standard Hotel/Resort/Heritage Hotel scheme. Its purpose is to promote private investment in the state by supporting the growth of existing tourism accommodation units. Under the scheme, a capital investment subsidy of 15% is offered against fixed capital investment, subject to a maximum ceiling of ₹5,00,00,000/-. To qualify, applicants must increase the staying capacity of their established unit by at least 50%.

Implementation is handled by the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, with applications submitted online via the Madhya Pradesh Government's Invest Portal. The scheme seeks to strengthen the hospitality industry in Madhya Pradesh, attract more visitors, and create economic opportunities. Over the long term, it aims to improve tourism infrastructure and establish the state as a leading destination.

- **Registration Process:** - Go to the Madhya Pradesh Government's Invest Portal (https://sws.invest.mp.gov.in/) and sign up as a "Vendor / Investor". - Provide essential details such as "Type of Organisation", "Firm/Company Name", "Authorized Person Name", a valid email address, and mobile number. - Submit the basic registration form; a User ID and password will be sent to the registered mobile number. - Access the portal with the provided User ID and password, then complete your profile to finish full registration. - **Application Process:** - Obtain all necessary permissions by applying through the online single-window system. - Finish construction, ensuring the minimum capital expenditure of ₹1,00,00,000/- is fulfilled. - Start commercial operations and collect evidence of operation. - File the capital subsidy application online within one year from the date operations begin. - Attach all required documents, ensuring they comply with the specified format requirements. - The Tourism Department/Board will review the application and documents, then proceed with the subsidy claim.

The Tourism Department/Board examines the application and accompanying documents to confirm that the applicant meets the scheme’s eligibility requirements and conditions. After this verification is complete, the subsidy claim is processed and payment is released in line with the programme’s guidelines. This procedure guarantees that only qualifying units obtain the subsidy for their expansion initiatives, thereby upholding the scheme’s purpose and safeguards.