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Meghalaya Offers 70% Subsidy for Homestay Start‑ups and Upgrades
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 22 Jul 2026, 09:33 PM
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The Meghalaya government has introduced a scheme that provides a 70% subsidy for individuals or families looking to start a new homestay or upgrade an existing one. The initiative is part of the state’s effort to boost tourism and local employment.
The Meghalaya Homestay Mission has announced a generous subsidy programme, offering up to 70% financial support for those who wish to establish a new homestay or renovate an existing one. The scheme is aimed at encouraging local entrepreneurs to enter the hospitality sector and to enhance the state’s tourism appeal.
Under the plan, eligible applicants can apply through the official Meghalaya tourism portal. Once approved, the subsidy will cover a substantial portion of the construction or renovation costs, making it easier for residents to invest in homestay infrastructure.
The government’s move is part of a broader strategy to promote homestay tourism, which can provide authentic experiences for visitors while generating income for local communities. By reducing the financial burden, the state hopes to attract more homestay operators and create employment opportunities across Meghalaya.
Under the plan, eligible applicants can apply through the official Meghalaya tourism portal. Once approved, the subsidy will cover a substantial portion of the construction or renovation costs, making it easier for residents to invest in homestay infrastructure.
The government’s move is part of a broader strategy to promote homestay tourism, which can provide authentic experiences for visitors while generating income for local communities. By reducing the financial burden, the state hopes to attract more homestay operators and create employment opportunities across Meghalaya.