4th
Rank in Indian Tourism
25
Wildlife sanctuaries and 5 national parks
1st
In the number of tourist destinations in India
319
Number of tourist destinations
4th
Rank in Indian Tourism
25
Wildlife sanctuaries and 5 national parks
1st
In the number of tourist destinations in India
319
Number of tourist destinations
Table of contents
Incentives
Incentive on Stamp Duty
Stamp Duty Exemption –50% to 100%
Incentive on Land Conversion Fee
Reimbursement of Land Conversion Fee – 75% to 75%
Interest-free Loan
Up to 75% to 100% of EPC for a period of 9 to 14 years
Development Rights for Heritage Buildings (DRHB)
Award of development rights certificate from the local body concerned, as per prevailing development regulations and approvals
Concession for Homestays
Payment of electricity and water charges at domestic tariffs
Property tax rates as prescribed for residential purposes
Incentive on Registration Charges
Concessional Registration charges -INR 1 per INR 1000
Transfer of Land on Lease Basis
Provided for a period of 30 years, renewable by another 30 years (through appropriate lease/ development agreements)
Exemption on Motor Vehicle Tax
Vehicles purchased by tourism project for carrying out tourism-related activities shall be exempted from payment of Motor Vehicle Tax
Rating of Tourism Products and Services
All tourism products developed in the state shall be certified by an accreditation agency, to ensure delivery of quality services to tourists at acceptable standards
Recognition to Corporate Homes
Department of Tourism shall encourage corporate homes in tourist destinations of the state by recognising, approving and providing accreditation to such corporate homes that comply with the guidelines issued by the Department
New initiatives & opportunities
Heritage Development
Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana (HRIDAY) Government of India (GoI) scheme support to enhance tourism potential in 12 heritage cities, Badami being one of them.
Niche Tourism
Huge potential for niche tourism such as cruises (Mangaluru/Coastal Karnataka), adventure (Kali River/Dubare), medical and eco-tourism (Malnad Karnataka/Western Ghats of Karnataka).
Health and Wellness Tourism
Health and Wellness Tourism cluster is being set up at Shivamogga.
Sector Champion
Dr. Isaac Mathai
Founder & Medical Director
SOUKYA International Holistic Health Centre Pvt. Ltd.
SOUKYA is a Global Model for Holistic Health and Wellness where Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Naturopathy, Yoga therapy and complementary therapies are practised under one roof. Situated on a 30 acre Organic farm in Whitefield on the outskirts of Bangalore, it has treated guests and patients from more than 100 countries. Eminent personalities like HRH The Prince of Wales, HRH Camilla The Duchess of Cornwall, Oscar winning Hollywood actress Ms.Emma Thompson etc have stayed several times in SOUKYA. All eco-friendly practises are followed at SOUKYA.
Growth drivers
Strong Ecosystem
Wellness clusters being developed in Mysuru, Bengaluru and Shivamogga
Promotional Events
Karnataka Exhibition Authority, Mysore, set up in 1981 to promote the art, culture, literature, science, and technology of Karnataka through exhibitions and fairs.
Infrastructure Support
State Tourism Development Corporation set up in 1971 to provide basic needs of accommodation and transport facilities to the visiting tourists at tourist destinations.
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