Jharkhand, known for its rich cultural heritage, historical significance, and diverse landscapes, is poised to become a global leader in tourism and events. The Jharkhand Events and Tourism Policy 2024 is designed to harness the state’s unique strengths, positioning it as the ultimate destination for both domestic and international tourists and a prime location for world-class events.
The “Make in Jharkhand” initiative aims to drive inclusive economic growth by using the tourism sector as a key catalyst for development, creating jobs, and promoting the state’s vibrant cultural heritage, natural beauty, and modern attractions. With this policy, Jharkhand aspires to become a premier global tourism and events hub, while fostering sustainable and responsible tourism practices.
By 2030, Make in Jharkhand aims to position the state as India’s leading destination for tourism and international events, with the following key objectives:
Creating a robust ecosystem that encourages sustainable tourism, eco-friendly practices, and balanced regional development.
Make in Jharkhand is dedicated to positioning the state as a global hub for tourism and events by fostering a sustainable, inclusive, and investor-friendly environment. The Jharkhand Events and Tourism Policy 2024 aims to:
The Jharkhand Events and Tourism Policy 2024 outlines several key objectives that will drive the growth of Jharkhand’s tourism and events industry:
Jharkhand aims to become the premier destination for global events, including conferences, exhibitions, music festivals, cultural performances, and international sporting events. The state will develop specialized MICE hubs with state-of-the-art infrastructure to host large-scale international events. With its strategic location and enhanced global connectivity, Jharkhand will attract corporate events, sports tournaments, and film festivals, establishing itself as a dynamic events hub.
Jharkhand will promote eco-tourism in its untouched forests, wildlife sanctuaries, and coastal regions, providing tourists with immersive, sustainable travel experiences. The state will also highlight its cultural tourism, showcasing its rich heritage, ancient temples, and historic monuments, offering unique travel opportunities that draw visitors from around the world. Key attractions such as Jharkhand’s Buddhist circuits, forts, and religious sites will be developed to enhance the state’s appeal to global tourists.
To meet the increasing demand for tourism, Jharkhand will prioritize the development of hotel infrastructure, high-quality transportation services, airport enhancements, and luxury accommodations. The state will introduce new tourist circuits, including beach tourism, wellness tourism, and adventure tourism, offering a wide array of experiences to cater to diverse visitor interests.
Jharkhand will offer a range of incentives to attract private investments in tourism and events, including capital subsidies, tax exemptions, stamp duty waivers, and interest subsidies for new tourism projects, hotels, resorts, and event venues. Additionally, the policy will encourage public-private partnerships (PPPs) to drive the development of large-scale tourism initiatives.
Jharkhand will invest in skill development programs in hospitality, tourism management, event planning, and tourism services to ensure the local workforce is equipped to meet the demands of the growing tourism and events industry. The state will also offer training subsidies to employers, ensuring a steady supply of skilled professionals in the sector.
The Jharkhand Events and Tourism Policy 2024 offers a range of incentives to encourage investment in tourism and events infrastructure:
Incentive Type | Details |
Capital Investment Subsidy | Investments starting from ₹20 lakh are eligible for a 30% subsidy on eligible capital costs, capped at ₹15-20 crores based on project size. |
Land Allotment Subsidy | Land allotment for tourism projects at concessional rates in designated tourism development zones across Jharkhand. |
Interest Subsidy | 5% interest subsidy for tourism projects for 5 years, up to ₹1 crore. |
Stamp Duty and Land Conversion Exemption | 100% exemption on stamp duty and land conversion charges for new tourism projects. |
Electricity Duty Exemption | 100% exemption from electricity duty for tourism units with a contract demand of up to 5 MVA, for 5 years. |
Employment Subsidies | 75-100% reimbursement of employer contributions to ESI & EPF schemes for 5 years, for workers employed in tourism projects. |
Green Infrastructure Subsidy | 20% reimbursement of capital costs for eco-friendly infrastructure, including renewable energy setups and waste management systems. |
Jharkhand is dedicated to simplifying the process for tourism investors and event organizers. The state will introduce a Single Window Clearance System to streamline approvals for tourism projects and events. With online applications and expedited approval timelines, Jharkhand will minimize regulatory obstacles, allowing investors to quickly move forward with project implementation.
The Jharkhand Events and Tourism Policy 2024 is a visionary initiative aimed at establishing the state as India’s premier destination for tourism and events. By attracting investments, encouraging sustainable tourism, and developing world-class infrastructure, Jharkhand is poised to lead the next phase of growth in India’s tourism sector.