"Tourism by the People, for the People": A Glimpse of Sustainable Development in Uttarakhand The Uttarakhand state government has launched an innovative homestay scheme aimed at supporting local residents in turning their existing houses or buildings into tourist friendly accommodations.
Dubbed the Deen Dayal Upadhyay Grah Aawas (Home Stay) Vikas Yojana, this initiative offers financial assistance to permanent residents of the state and seeks to preserve and promote the region's unique cultural heritage.
One of the most striking aspects of this scheme is its emphasis on community engagement. By providing subsidies of up to Rs 15 lakh for constructing or upgrading properties in hilly areas, and up to Rs 7.