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Karnataka Tourism Policy 2015-2020

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I am very much delighted and pleased to launch the New State Tourism Policy for 2015-20. The Tourism Sector has been identified as one of the key sectors propelling the country’s economic growth. Karnataka State has been ranked as the 4th preferred destination among domestic tourists and 3rd preferred destination for investments in the tourism sector. Karnataka’s thriving economy has created many opportunities across the State in the last decade. The growth of our resource and business sectors has brought more visitors to our shores and driven growth in our and regions. For our Government, the tourism sector constitutes a real priority because it is an important sector for the generation of employment. We are therefore taking various initiatives with the involvement of all stakeholders, both public and private, that will foster a more favourable environment for the development and consolidation of the tourism sector. One of the initiatives in this direction is the formulation of Karnataka Tourism Policy for 2015-20. Our Government is committed to providing a congenial environment for development of tourism in the State. We want to encourage the investors to invest in the tourism sector. We are providing a host of incentives and concessions to the investors in tourism sector, in the New Tourism Policy for 2015-20. I hope that the new tourism policy would go a long way in improving the tourism sector in the State. I request all the stakeholders to join us in our venture of developing Karnataka State as a vibrant, sustainable and the most-favored tourism destination.

Siddaramaiah Hon’ble Chief Minister Govt. of Karnataka River Uttara Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

Foreword

I am pleased to present the Karnataka Tourism Policy 2015 -20. The Policy sets a direction for the Karnataka tourism industry over the next five years. As the State progresses, is determined to boost the tourism industry in the State as well. We have to look beyond mere tourist numbers and make a strategic shift towards quality tourism. This will emphasise hospitality, service standards, innovative developments and rejuvenation of older tourist attractions, with the aim of offering visitors the experience that will be commensurate with higher expectations. The Policy aims to increase the contribution of tourism sector to the State GDP. The Karnataka Tourism Policy 2015-20, hereby, supports existing Government policies and adopts an integrated approach for developing a sustainable tourism industry in the State, backed by relevant infrastructure, effective institutional mechanisms and enhanced capacities to deliver on these targets. The state Government is taking severals steps to improve tourism. Setting up of tourist mitra police, rating of tourism facilities, enactment of Tourism Trade Facilitation Act, involving corporates in adopting and improving tourist destinations are some such measures. All the steps along with the new tourism policy would place the state of Karnataka at the forefront of tourism in the country. I thank the Department of Tourism, other government agencies and our industry partners for their participation, support and commitment in preparation of this Policy.

R.V. Minister for Higher Education and Tourism Government of Karnataka Kaupu Light House Beach is the best beach on the coastal belt of & Udupi. Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

From the Chair, Karnataka Tourism Vision Group

The Karnataka Tourism Policy 2015-20 aims to position Karnataka as a visible global brand in tourism for visitors as well as investors by encouraging development of relevant infrastructure through partnerships between private sector, Government and the community. Strategic intervention areas have been identified with a view to support local entrepreneurship and assist in creating livelihood options for all sections of the society in a non- discriminatory manner.

The Policy provides detailed guidelines for development of tourism infrastructure, products and services, to ensure quality and minimum standards of development. Thrust is on growth of the sector in an inclusive manner, by encouraging women, backward sections of the society and local level institutions to actively participate in the development process. The Policy lays emphasis on streamlining the application and clearance procedures and recommends that all the clearances/ approvals be availed online through the e-portal facility, to ensure transparency and faster clearances. It is my sincere endeavor to provide the necessary facilitation for the implementation of the Policy and I request all stakeholders to join us in this effort of making Karnataka one of the top tourist destinations in the world.

T.V. Mohandas Chair Karnataka Tourism Vision Group Table of Contents 10

1. Introduction 11 2. Vision, Mission and Objectives 13 3. Strategic Framework & Thrust Areas 14 3.1 Position Karnataka as a Preferred Tourism Destination 15 3.2 Improve Infrastructure, Tourism Products and Services 17 3.3 Guidelines for development of Tourism Products and Services 23 3.4 Human Resources Development & Capacity Enhancement 23 3.5 Institutional Structures 25 4. Concessions & Investment Subsidies 27 4.1 Concessions 29 4.2 Investment Subsidies 34 4.3 Supporting provisions for availing Concessions and Investment Subsidies 47 5. Implementation Framework 48 5.1 ‘Sakala’ - Government’s E-governance platform for delivery of serv4ic8es 5.2 Project approvals and sanction of investment subsidies 48 6. Targets & Timelines 50 Annexure 1: 53 Annexure 2: 58 Annexure 3: 59 Annexure 4: 70 Annexure 5: 72 Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

1. Introduction 11

Karnataka is home to several forts, in its report has estimated the architectural marvels and is blessed quantum of employment possibilities, with a rich cultural heritage. Other additional revenue potential and the diverse visitor attractions include investments needed for providing a pilgrim sites, coastal landscape fillip to tourism in the State. As per and wildlife / national parks. The the KTVG’s report, the tourist traffic state also offers a variety of tourism in the state is projected to increase products that cater to the demand from the current 100 million to 210 from different visitor segments, such million by 2024. An investment of as, eco-tourism, wellness tourism Rs. 54,000 crores has been estimated and adventure tourism. Over the in the sector over the next five years years, Karnataka has emerged as (2015-20) and about half of this one of the most sought after tourism investment is likely to be mobilized destinations in the country and from the private sector5. also created a space for itself in the international tourism circuit. As of The ‘Karnataka Tourism Policy 2015- 2013, the State was ranked as the 2020’ focuses on accelerating and fourth1 preferred destination among facilitating private investments in domestic tourists and ranked third2 the tourism sector, and strives to be with regard to attracting investments an outcome based initiative. The in the tourism sector. Policy follows a non-discriminatory approach to promote balanced During the policy period 2009-14, regional development by attracting about 318 project proposals with investments from the private sector a proposed investment of about and local entrepreneurs. The Rs.950 crores was approved by the Policy strives towards creating an Department of Tourism, Government enabling environment for safe and of Karnataka. Of the total number sustainable and of project proposals approved, lays emphasis on providing quality 126 projects3 were completed and experience to tourists. investment subsidies were disbursed. The Policy encourages a positive The government has constituted a shift in attitudes - from regulation Karnataka Tourism Vision Group and control to decentralization and (KTVG)4 in 2013 , comprising empowerment at local levels; from eminent citizens and sector patronage to building partnerships; specialists to provide a road map and from linear government-led for making Karnataka a tourist structures to alliances with diverse experience destination on par with stakeholders in the sector. international standards. The KTVG

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2. Vision, Mission and Objectives 13

Vision Objectives Karnataka aims to be in the top two To achieve the vision, mission and tourism destinations in India and set the direction for the tourism top fifty in the world. The vision industry over the next five years, articulated for the tourism sector is the following objectives are as follows: outlined: ‘To develop Karnataka as a safe, v Accelerate and facilitate private sustainable and most-favoured investments; and encourage tourism destination - by increasing entrepreneurship in the tourism domestic & international visitations; sector. offering high quality experience to v Motivate and enthuse different visitors; facilitating and accelerating segments of the society to investments; and improving contribute towards development livelihood opportunities at the local of the sector. level.’ v Provide a ‘total quality’ experience to visitors, from Mission before arrival till after departure. v v Promote tourism products and Facilitate effective inter- services which will encourage departmental co-ordination, repeat visits, increased length of streamline processes to improve stay and spending by tourists. sector performance. v v Preserve the social and cultural Enhance skills, knowledge and fabric of the state, while professionalism in the tourism stimulating economic growth and industry. raising quality of service to global v Encourage local employment standards. opportunities. v Protect the environment & v Support the use of Information ecology and encourage safe, & Communication Technology sustainable and responsible (ICT) based initiatives in tourism in the state. improving quality of services to tourists. 3. Strategic Framework & Thrust Areas 14

To realize the core objectives The thrust will be on : of the Policy, the Government v of Karnataka has identified the Encouraging mega tourism following strategic intervention projects of Rs.100 crore and areas: above to facilitate creation of tourism hubs. v Position Karnataka as a preferred v tourism destination at state, Setting up a Tourism national and international levels Infrastructure Company for development of tourism v Facilitate improvement of infrastructure and support Infrastructure, Tourism Products facilities through dedicated and Services SPVs, PPP frameworks, v Streamline processes for Joint Ventures, and other obtaining approvals and appropriate structures. clearances v Bringing in a Karnataka v Prioritise Human Resources Tourism Trade (Facilitation and Development & Capacity Regulation) Bill for enabling Enhancement investments in tourism, ensuring safety & security v Promote ICT based initiatives of tourists and strengthening for providing timely and reliably accountability at various tiers information services to tourists of government. v Create institutional structures for v Encouraging corporate effective implementation of the groups to invest in tourism Policy projects related to community involvement and rural tourism v Provide attractive concessions through their Corporate Social and investment subsidies for Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. various tourism products and services v Leveraging existing financing options extended by multi- The Government endeavours to lateral agencies. pursue these strategic intervention areas by encouraging local v Efficiently utilizing funds entrepreneurship, promoting private available under State and sector participation, identifying Central government sponsored additional means of raising finances schemes. and supporting the interventions through its own budgets and A set of actions have been resources. identified for each of the strategic intervention areas, which are explained in the following sections. Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

3.1 Position Karnataka as a Preferred Tourism Destination 15

Prioritising activity in key tourism 5 Year Event Calendar markets and across market segments is critical to achieve the v A five-year calendar of tourism objectives set out in the Policy. The related events (including Department of Tourism endeavours 4-5 hallmark events) across to undertake the following actions Karnataka will be drawn up. to position Karnataka as a preferred v Innovative tourism products tourism destination within the State will be offered as a part of each and, at national and international such event to integrate business levels. with leisure. v Increase branding, marketing v Facilitate processes pertaining and promotional activities to trading hours, liquor across different visitor groups. licenses etc. to cater to visitor v Create a calendar of events expectations. to support marketing and promotional activities. Tourism Information v Develop data/ information Repository repositories, MIS and other v The Government will create tools for enabling decision a data repository of various making at government level and tourism locations/ attractions attracting investments by the in the state, the status of private sector. infrastructure at these locations, industry service providers, etc. Branding, Marketing and v Promotional Activities The Department will set up a State Tourism Database v An integrated marketing Repository, publish an annual approach will be adopted industry status report and to ensure tourism related organise annual industry information and products outlook conferences. are communicated to target v markets which can be factored A ‘Tourism Industry Profile’, into downstream product shall also be prepared to aid development and in-bound in planning and decision- tour offerings. making for both industry and government. The profile will be v Promotional activities through created based on surveys and conferences, road shows, research studies. fairs, festivals and exchange programs will be undertaken to increase the brand exposure of Karnataka at national and international levels. Entertainment Rural Tourism

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To achieve increased visitation and Tourism Related Infrastructure at duration of stay and ensure a ‘Total Tourist Destinations and Wayside Quality Experience’ to tourists, the Amenities following actions will be pursued. v Support and encourage v Assist and facilitate development development of wayside & maintenance of basic tourism amenities at intervals of about infrastructure and facilities at 50 km along connecting destinations roads leading to major tourist v destinations. Wayside amenities Encourage development of new especially benefitting local and innovative tourism products communities will be encouraged. and services v v Retail for local produce, Improve connectivity handicrafts will be encouraged, infrastructure wherever possible. Initiatives for v Improve access and delivery of physical manifestation of brand tourism information services perceptions will be supported; for instance, in Mysuru, v Enable safety and security of wooden toys in , tourists etc. Basic tourism infrastructure v Amenities including parking at and facilities at destinations the entrance of major tourist destinations will be encouraged Tourist Accommodation to regulate vehicular movement, v Facilitate the development of with special access for accommodation for all customer differently-abled persons. segments through hotels, resorts, v Information centres/ kiosks and home stays and youth hostels. interpretation centers will be v Encourage and support home encouraged at all major tourist stays at tourist destinations destinations. Accredited tourist to provide tourists a homely, guide services will also be friendly and a hospitable emphasised. environment that exposes them v Community kitchens and public to the local culture. conveniences at rural locations v Encourage corporate homes, will be encouraged, largely operated by corporate entities through private entrepreneurs/ at tourist destinations providing franchisees and communities. local experiential tourism. v Encourage use of heritage buildings as hotels for providing accommodation facilities to tourists. 3.2 Improve Infrastructure, Tourism Products and Services 18

Tourism products and v Strategies for development services of tourism in places such as Melkote, Somnathpur, Mega Projects Shravanbelagola, Talakad and & Entertainment Products the entire Western would v be formulated to encourage Mega projects such as golf overnight stays through courses, cruise tourism, compelling experiences and large entertainment studios, engaging activities. entertainment parks (small, medium and large), cable cars, v Efforts would also be made to tourism trains, filmcity, etc to include more heritage sites into cater to different user segments the UNESCO’s list of World will be promoted. Heritage Sites for bringing v in significant international World-class and state of the recognition and tourist traffic into art exhibition and convention the State; centres would be encouraged through appropriate Public v Adoption/ management/ Private Partnership (PPP) sponsorship programs in heritage framework in Bengaluru, Mysuru zones would be supported and other strategic locations in to create ownership between the state. locals/corporate for monuments, v temples and destinations and Facilitate ease of doing business to improve the maintenance of by fast tracking approvals and existing tourist destinations. clearances. Project specific land acquisition processes, Marine/ Coastal Tourism concessions and investment v Cruises of international subsidies would be facilitated standards would be encouraged for private enterprises seeking in Mangaluru and , to establish mega projects and especially through appropriate entertainment products. PPP frameworks. Heritage zones and clusters v Coracles, catamarans, traditional v Heritage zones will be sail boats and houseboats will earmarked around the sites of be emphasized at identified , , , destinations. , , , Eco Tourism etc. and development will be supported in accordance with v Eco-tourism would be the master plans prepared for encouraged in close such locations. collaboration with the Karnataka Eco-tourism Development Board. Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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v An eco-tourism zone stretching Weekend Tourism from Coorg to Karwar will be v identified and a chain of nature Weekend getaway destinations camps will be encouraged as would be encouraged to provide ‘Eco-Trails’ in the zone. recreational and leisure avenues for tourists planning weekend v Trekking and nature walks trips. would be actively encouraged to v provide tourists an exposure to Tourist destinations in close natural environments. proximity to major urban centres in the State would be identified Rural Tourism and encouraged to be developed v as weekend tourism destinations, Rural tourism will be encouraged where visitors can reach in to showcase rural life, art, shorter travel time and enjoy culture, cuisine and heritage a two day stay with engaging at villages/ countryside and activities. will provide opportunities for economic and social Health Care Tourism development of the local v communities. The potential for Karnataka as a quality health care destination Wellness & Holistic would be unleashed and Health Tourism initiatives for attracting tourists v from outside the State and the Karnataka’s potential to develop country for availing of benefits as a unique destination for of advanced medical treatment spiritual healing and wellness facilities would be encouraged. tourism will be explored. v v Bengaluru and Mangaluru are Emphasis will be on supporting identified as potential health care traditional systems of medicine tourism clusters, and PPPs in and wellness like Ayurveda, development activities of these Homeopathy, Yoga, Unani, clusters would be encouraged. , etc. Adventure Tourism v Support will be provided to adventure tourism activities in the State, under three heads - Aero Adventure, Aqua Adventure and Land Adventure by collaborating with national and international adventure tourism and activity operators. Health Care Tourism Weekend Tourism

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Urban Tourism Connectivity infrastructure v Six major urban centres have Transport and Aviation been identified in the State v for tourism development - Efforts will be made to increase Bengaluru, Mangaluru, Mysuru, entry points into the State; Belagavi, Hubballi, improve direct access to different and Tumkuru. destinations across the State for international, inter-State and v Emphasis will be given to intra-State visitors; encourage activities that create positive development of new routes and experiences for tourists in expand existing airport capacity. these urban areas through v development of tourist Development of low cost attractions, entertainment parks, terminals along with the use of golf courses, museums, galleries, smaller aircrafts, airfields/ air art & craft villages, etc. strips would be encouraged. Tie-ups with flying clubs will be Religious Tourism used to provide access to smaller v Karnataka is home to many aircrafts and airfields that may be famous temples and pilgrim underutilized. sites in the country. The rock Last mile connectivity cut cave temples and the v architectural monuments built by Improving last mile road/ various dynasties are important rail connectivity to tourist attractions in the state. destinations such as, multiple transport options links from v Efforts will be made to encourage railway stations and bus tour operators and facilitate terminals, etc. would be pilgrimage tourism between emphasized and the Department various religious attractions. of Tourism would co-ordinate Film induced Tourism with other government agencies/ departments in facilitating these v Film shootings at tourist locations developments. will be encouraged, provided due measures are taken to Coastal transport system protect the natural environment v The coastal transport system and promote the destination’s, would be strengthened to move local art, craft and culture. people along the coast and also support cruise tourism activities. 3.2 Improve Infrastructure, Tourism Products and Services 22

Zero modes v Digital marketing, information of transport collaterals, and development of v information and interpretation Environment friendly vehicles centers at tourist destinations will having a minimum impact on be supported and encouraged. the ecology of the destination would be encouraged at tourist Safety and security of tourists destinations in the State. v The tourism police force referred Access and delivery of to as the “Tourist Mitra”, would tourism information and be deployed for visible policing other services in key tourist destinations for the safety and security of visitors. Tourist Amenities/ Kiosks v A disaster management plan v Development of tourist amenities is proposed to be developed such as information kiosks, for major tourist destinations trained guides, audio guides, in order to be prepared for any interpretation centres, etc. would eventuality. be encouraged at all major v tourist destinations. A dedicated helpline number would be launched exclusively Information, Communication & for the convenience of tourists. Technology (ICT) v Convenient and safe access for v Initiatives to provide adequate differently-abled persons would and reliable information about be emphasized at all major destinations, accommodations, tourist destinations. itinerary, events, online bookings and other offerings through various modes such as online web portals, mobile applications, tourism offices, flyers, brochures, maps, etc. would be encouraged. v Provision of audio guides, mobile technology, Wi-Fi facilities at major tourist destinations would be encouraged. v Technology interventions for social networking and data management would be encouraged in order to support tourism activities in the State. Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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Detailed guidelines for undertaking activities in the identified strategic areas will be issued and made available on the website of the Department at www.karnatakatourism.org within 30 days of publishing the Policy.

3.4 Human Resources Development & Capacity Enhancement

As per the KTVG Report, it is estimated that about 30 lakh jobs would be created in the sector during the policy period, but the skills required for these jobs requires to be strengthened. To address the skill gaps and provide better employment opportunities for the people, efforts would be made to undertake the following actions: v Facilitate training to different stakeholder groups and handhold local communities through customized capacity building programs, exposure visits, vocational courses, short-term courses in hospitality, tourist guide training and other tourism related programs. v Encourage vocational training institutes at strategic locations, offering a range of courses. v Assist in developing curriculum of tourism courses / programs to enhance employment opportunities for guides, housekeeping staff and other hospitality related workforce. 3.4 Human Resources Development & Capacity Enhancement 24

Training / Capacity Building Karnataka Tourism Human Vocational Skills Training Resources Strategy / Policy Keeping in mind the additional v Efforts would be made to employment possibility that the collaborate with experts and tourism sector would generate in resources available with the next five years, efforts would international tourism training be made to introduce training for organizations towards developing tourist guides and support staff in a Karnataka Tourism Human housekeeping, front office, reception, Resources Strategy. and other areas of hospitality. v Emphasis will be on developing Convergence of programmes with a strong Human Resource Policy education department and other that enables the community departments would be considered to seek employment in the to ensure availability of larger work hospitality and tourism sector. force in non-core areas of hospitality, such as security, kitchen stewarding, v Training would be imparted to maintenance and cleaning services. government officials, guides, hospitality staff, including homestay hosts, tour operators, AYUSH Therapists, etc. Licensing & Certification of tour guides v A new category of skilled guides would be trained to provide authentic information and communicate effectively with tourists. v The Department would draw up a mechanism for licensing & certification of tour guides and accreditation of travel agents, to standardize service quality. Capacity enhancement at local level v Education and enhancement of competencies for local communities in the vicinity of tourism clusters would be encouraged, in order to catalyse economic opportunities from tourism activities. Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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To implement the strategic v Various options for funding the interventions and undertake projects would be explored by various activities outlined in the the Company. It will co-ordinate Policy, it is critical to establish with various funding agencies appropriate institutional structures such as the Government of India, for implementation. The following multi-lateral agencies, corporates actions are envisaged to be etc. for availing financial undertaken in this regard: assistance to develop tourism projects in the state. v Encourage and support investments in the sector coming Karnataka Tourism Trade in through public private partnerships and joint ventures. (Facilitation and v Implementation of the Policy Regulation) Bill through highest level of v The Government has approved coordination between various the Tourism Trade (Facilitation stakeholders, across the and Regulation) Bill for enabling infrastructure sector. investments in tourism, ensuring v Streamline existing governance safety & security of tourists and structures to enable better strengthening accountability at governance and accountability of various tiers of government. the stakeholders involved. v The Bill details out the Tourism Infrastructure institutional framework for enabling the Policy and Company improving overall governance in v The Government is setting up a the sector. Tourism Infrastructure Company to facilitate development of tourism projects in the state through dedicated project SPVs and leveraging private capital to the extent possible. v All land assets that are currently under the governance and administration of the Department of Tourism would vest with the Company. Further, the Company would become responsible for the, leasing, renting, concessioning, etc. of these land assets. 3.5 Institutional Structures 26

Advisory & Approval Committees Crores and co-opt members v and stakeholders whose Four committees (existing and consent or expertise is required proposed) are identified to for approval of the projects; encourage good governance in the sector, facilitate speedy Recommend enabling clearances & approvals, mechanisms from time to time regular monitoring of the for smooth implementation of projects & services and ensure the policy; accountability at all levels of v government. State Level Tourism Advisory Committee6 v District Tourism Committee, under the chairmanship of the under the chairmanship of the Hon’ble Chief Minister shall Deputy Commissioner of the perform the following functions respective district and shall for effective implementation of perform the following functions the policy; for effective implementation of the policy: Shall be the authority to interpret the Policy and Approve the proposals received investment subsidies. for Projects upto Rs. 15 Crores; Approve the guidelines related Co-ordinate clearances to tourism projects; and / approvals from other government agencies/ Monitor and assess regularly, department as may be required progress of implementation of for implementation of projects; the policy. v State High Level Clearance Monitor the progress of 7 implementation of the projects Committee approved by it; under the chairmanship of the Hon’ble Chief Minister; v Empowered Committee, under the chairmanship of the Hon’ble Approve the proposals Minister of Tourism and shall received for Projects of Rs. 100 perform the following functions Crores and above; for effective implementation of Shall be the final authority the policy: for granting approvals for the Co-ordinate and ensure timely projects placed before it. issue of Government Orders by (The constitution of the Committees various departments; is provided in Annexure 4. Refer Approve the proposals received Section 5 of the Policy for approvals for Projects of Rs. 15 – 100 regarding commencement of projects and sanction of investment subsidies).

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The Government proposes to offer & cruise tourism; wellness tourism; concessions and investment subsidies information kiosks; information & to Eligible Entities willing to develop interpretation centers; event based Tourism Projects in the State. The tourism (art, craft & culture festivals concessions granted in the Policy are open to public); tourism related in the form of rebates/ exemptions on vocational training institutes; and applicable taxes, charges, duties, etc. other tourism related projects/ Investment subsidies granted under the services approved by the Department Policy are in the form of subsidies for of Tourism from time to time. investment made in tourism projects and tourism related services. Further, Mega Projects are Tourism Projects Eligible Entities: shall mean any with an investment in fixed assets one of the following: above Rs. 100 Crore and upto Rs. Companies registered under 500 crore. the Companies Act 1956/2013, Ultra Mega Projects are Tourism partnership firms, proprietorship Projects with an investment in fixed firms, Trusts, Societies, Companies assets above Rs. 500 Crore and upto under Section 25 of the Companies Rs. 1000 crore. Act (Section 8 as per the new Companies Act, 2013), not- Super Mega Projects are Tourism for-profit Non-Government Projects with an investment in fixed Organisations (NGOs), Community assets above Rs. 1000 crore. Based Organisations (CBOs) and individuals / entrepreneurs. Tourism Projects shall mean: Development, operation and management of tourism projects and tourism related services and shall include accommodation facilities (hotels & heritage hotels, yatri niwas, dormitories); amusement parks; convention / exhibition centers; film ; museums; galleries; caravan parks; wayside amenities; adventure tourism; eco-tourism; agri-tourism; rural tourism; marine 4. Concessions & Investment Subsidies 28

A.“Industry” status for shall not apply and the same conventional tourism projects shall be decided on a case to case basis. All other criteria Conventional tourism projects for availing concessions and such as hotels shall be accorded investment subsidies outlined in an “industry” status and shall be the Policy shall apply. eligible for property tax concessions, power & water tariffs as per industrial C. Parameters for assessing norms/ tariffs. However “industry” quantum of Investment status shall not be applicable for non- Subsidies by Eligible Entities conventional tourism projects such as home stays, agri-tourism, eco- The quantum of investment subsidies tourism, etc. that can be claimed by Eligible Entities for developing tourism projects / B. Type of Tourism Projects tourism related services would vary eligible for availing based on the following parameters: Concessions and Investment 1) Region/ taluka / focus tourism Subsidies destination where the The concessions and investment investment is proposed subsidies under this Policy will be available for new projects and (a) Focus Tourism Destinations (FTD) expansion of existing tourism as identified by the Karnataka projects, and are defined as follows: Tourism Vision Group, and defined in Annexure 2. 1) New Projects shall mean greenfield Tourism Projects (b) Karnataka Region developed during the Policy (HKR) as classified inAnnexure .1 period 2015-20. Existing tourism (c) Backward Regions of the state, facilities requiring complete further classified into 4 categories renovation shall also be - Category 1 being the ‘Most considered as a New Project. Backward’, Category 2 being ‘More Backward’, Category 3 2) Expansion Projects shall mean Hotels & Resorts that have been being ‘Backward’ and Category 4 operational for more than two being ‘Not Backward’. years and the existing capacity The talukas in these respective is being augmented by at least categories are set out in 50%. The Eligible Entities shall Annexure 1. during the tenure of this Policy, 2) Type of Eligible Entity add rentable double rooms Eligible Entities as defined in with attached bathrooms in this Policy shall be entitled for accordance with the guidelines, concessions and investment to be qualified for obtaining subsidies for development of concessions and investment various tourism projects and subsidies. However, for projects services, based on (1) above. developed under PPP framework, the criteria for additional rooms Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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The Government of Karnataka the jurisdiction of the Bruhat offers the following concessions for Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike developing Tourism Projects (BBMP). in the State. Concessional Registration charges Exemption on Stamp Duty For all loan documents and sale Stamp duty to be paid in respect of deeds as specified under the head (i) loan agreements, credit deeds, “Exemption on Stamp Duty” above, mortgage and hypothecation the registration charges shall be deeds executed for availing loans at a concessional rate of Re.1 per from State Government including Rs.1000. VAT loan from State Financial Reimbursement of Land Corporation, National Level Conversion Fee Financial Institutions, Commercial Banks, RRBs, Co-operative Banks, The payment of land conversion KVIB / KVIC, Karnataka State SC/ fee for converting the land from ST Development Corporation, agriculture use to non-agricultural Karnataka State Minority use for development of Tourism Development Corporation and other Projects shall be reimbursed as institutions which may be notified detailed below: by the Government from time to v 100% reimbursement on land time for the initial period of five conversion fee for Tourism years only and (ii) for lease deeds, Projects undertaken in FTD, lease-cum-sale and absolute sale HKR and talukas classified in deeds executed in respect of Tourism Categories 1 and 2. Projects shall be exempted as below: v 75% reimbursement on land v 100% exemption on stamp duty conversion fee for Tourism for development of Tourism Projects undertaken in FTD, Projects in FTD, HKR and talukas HKR and talukas classified in under Categories 1 and 2. Categories 3 and 4. v 75% exemption on stamp duty v No reimbursement on land for development of Tourism conversion fee for conversion Projects in talukas classified of land located within the under Category 3. jurisdiction of Bruhat Bengaluru v 50% exemption on stamp duty Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) for development of Tourism and Bengaluru Metropolitan Projects in talukas classified Region Development Authority under Category 4. However, (BMRDA). no exemption on stamp duty with respect to development of Tourism Projects within 4.1 Concessions 30

Transfer of Land on Lease Basis Interest Free Loan For development of tourism For Mega Projects, Ultra Mega infrastructure projects, government Projects and Super Mega Projects, land could be leased to the private loan to the extent of 100% of Value developer / entrepreneur for a period Added Tax8 shall be sanctioned as of 30 years, renewable by another interest free loan from the date of 30 years (through appropriate lease/ commencement of commercial development agreements) and shall operations. The interest subsidy is be decided by the Department of limited to either the period of the Tourism/ agency concerned on a loan or loan limit whichever is case to case basis. reached earlier and no carry forward is permitted.

The tenure and extent of investment limit for the loan is set out in the table below;

Tourism Projects Category Max Period Investment Limit (% of EPC) Mega Project 1 10 80 2 9 60 3 8 50 HKR 11 90 FTD 11 100 Ultra Mega 1 11 85 Project 2 10 75 3 9 60 HKR 12 95 FTD 12 100 Super Mega 1 13 95 Project 2 12 85 3 11 75 HKR 14 100 FTD 14 100

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Exemption on Entry Tax rooms in home stays, yatri niwas, youth hostels / dormitories. Entry tax on plant & machinery and capital goods for development Exemption on Motor Vehicle Tax of Tourism Projects shall be 100% exempted for an initial During the policy period 2015-2020, period of 3 years from the date new vehicles purchased by tourism of commencement of project project proponents in Karnataka, for implementation. Wherever carrying out tourism related activities applicable, on raw materials, inputs, shall be exempted from payment of component parts & consumables Motor Vehicle Tax (pro rata to the life (excluding petroleum products) for time tax applicable for the category a period of 5 years from the date of vehicle as per The Karnataka of commencement of commercial Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, 1957). production. The above said exemption is In the case of Mega Projects, entry valid only: (a) only during the tax on plant & machinery and capital policy period 2015-2020, (b) for goods for development of Tourism tour operators registered with the Projects shall be 100% exempted for Department of Tourism, Government an initial period of 5 years from the of Karnataka, and (c) on purchase of date of commencement of project a maximum of 5 vehicles per tour implementation. operator per year. Reimbursement of Development Rights for Heritage Entertainment Tax Buildings (DRHB) The payment of Entertainment Tax Development of heritage buildings by Entertainment Parks that are for tourism related activities classified as Ultra Mega Projects shall be eligible for the award of and Super Mega Projects shall be development rights certificate from reimbursed for the first 5 years the local body concerned, as per from the date of commencement of prevailing development regulations operations of such Entertainment and approvals. However, the Parks. private operator/ entrepreneur shall not use the Heritage Building for Exemption on Luxury Tax any other purpose other than the purpose for which it was granted the On actual room charges of Rs. 5000 development rights certificate, for at or below per day, no luxury tax least a period of 10 years from the would be payable for upto 10 years date of issue of the certificate. from the date of commencement of operations. This exemption of payment of luxury tax applies to Museum of Folk Art Karnataka. Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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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. Concessions for Homesta9 ys The following concessions shall be applicable for certified home stays in the state, subject to compliance with the guidelines: v Exemption from Luxury Tax on actual room charges of Rs. 5000 and below per day. v Payment of electricity and water charges at domestic tariffs. v Property tax rates as prescribed for residential purposes. Recognition for Corporate Homes10 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. Note: All tax concessions will be as per notifications issued by the relevant Authority and subject to such terms and conditions as prescribed in the notifications.

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The Government is committed to 4.2.1 Tourism Infrastructure improving the tourism industry in and Products the State by adopting an inclusive and balanced regional development Tourism Infrastructure and Products approach. Investment subsidies to include those Tourism Projects that encourage participation of private involve land based development of sector and local entrepreneurs tourism related infrastructure. The have been structured, based on the definition of projects, documents classification of talukas, nature of required to be submitted and the Tourism Projects to be developed indicative range of investment and type of Eligible Entities. subsidies for development of Tourism Infrastructure and Products The actual quantum of investment in the State are set out below. For subsidies eligible for a project would details on the eligibility criteria and depend on the extent the equipment development norms, the Guidelines is being utilized for providing tourism for each of the products that would related activities. The decision of the be made available on Department of Tourism in this regard www.karnatakatourism.org is final and binding on the parties. may be referred. Further, Tourism Projects have been classified into the following three categories, for availing investment subsidies: (a) Tourism Infrastructure and Products (b) Equipment for tourism related activities (c) Tourism related soft activities Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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A. Definition of Projects

Project Definition Hotels & Resorts ‘Hotel’ is an establishment providing accommodation, meals, and other services for travellers and tourists, in tourist destinations of the state. ‘Resort’ shall include a hotel and is a place used for relaxation, recreation, attracting visitors for vacations and/or tourism. The Hotels and Resorts shall provide accommodation facilities for tourists with at least 20 rentable rooms with attached bathrooms. Caravan Parks ‘Caravan Park’ is a facility developed for parking of Caravans in allotted spaces and includes other amenities. The caravan park would need to be developed in an area of at least two acres and include at least five parking bays. Museums & ‘Museum’ is an institution that cares for or conserves Galleries a collection of artifacts and other objects of scientific, artistic, cultural, or historical importance and makes them available for tourists viewing through exhibits. ‘Galleries’ includes roofed premises in which paintings, sculptures and other art forms are exhibited for purposes of information dissemination/ sale and is accessible by the tourists.. Project Definition 36 Eco-Tourism Eco-Tourism is broadly defined as tourism which is Project ecologically sustainable. The concept of ecological sustainability subsumes the environmental carrying capacity of a given area. Eco-tourism projects shall be governed by the following principles: The local community should be involved leading to the overall economic development of the area; The likely conflicts between resource use for eco- tourism and the livelihood of local inhabitants should be identified and attempts made to minimize the same; The type and scale of eco-tourism development should be compatible with the environment and socio-cultural characteristics of the local community, and; It should be planned as a part of the overall area development strategy, guided by an integrated land- use plan avoiding inter-sectoral conflicts and ensuring sectoral integration, associated with commensurate expansion of public services; The guidelines for eco-tourism are applicable to any protected areas, national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, community reserves; conservation reserves, sacred groves, or pilgrimage spots located within protected and/ or forested areas.

Rural Tourism ‘Rural Tourism Project’ shall mean and include all of the Project following; (a) tourism that showcases the rural life, art, culture, craft, cuisine and heritage of rural locations in the State; (b) benefit the local community economically and socially; (c) enables interaction between the tourists and the locals for a more enriching tourism experience and (d) is essentially an activity which takes place in the countryside. The Project shall provide self-employment opportunities and shall have a training centre to impart training on local art and craft. The Project shall also have an information centre and a sales outlet providing the necessary backward and forward linkages. Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

Project Definition 37 Agri-Tourism ‘Agri-Tourism’ shall encourage active involvement in the activities of the farm or its operations. Agri-Tourism must include setting up within a working farm or any agricultural, horticultural, or agribusiness operations for the purpose of tourists/ travellers visiting for leisure, education and must include: (a) any one of the following components - horticulture orchard/garden/vineyard; fish pond; sericulture unit; apiculture unit; dairy farm; goat/piggery unit; (b) any two or more of the following activities / components - farm camping, hands on farming, picking fruits/ vegetables, feeding animals, interactions with farmers on farming – process from sowing to reaping, etc.

Cruise Tourism ‘Cruise Tourism’ is defined as leisure travel between tourist destinations along the coastline or major rivers in Karnataka on a ship/ cruise liner and also involves development of a cruise terminal;

Adventure ‘Adventure Tourism’ involves infrastructure and activities Tourism that provide the tourists with an opportunity to explore adventure and includes activities such as the following; (a) Land based – mountaineering and trekking (b) Water based – river running, kayaking, river rafting, scuba diving, snorkeling, water skiing, jet skiing, boat based fishing, surfing, sail boarding and wind surfing (c) Air based – paragliding, parasailing and bungee jumping

Entertainment ‘Entertainment Park’ is an outdoor recreation park Park and shall mean either of the following - a theme park, an amusement park, a water park. An entertainment park offers relaxation and/ or recreation to visitors and includes amusement rides, games, entertainment options.

Wayside ‘Wayside Amenity’ is defined as a facility comprising Amenity resting areas, toilets, cafeteria, mini store/ pharmacy and an information / souvenir booth; located on National, State and District Highways; for the benefit of travelers/ tourists. Project Definition 38 Yatri Niwas ‘Yatri Niwas’ is defined as a budget accommodation facility targeting families or group of individuals; located on National, State and District Highways; within a distance of at least 10 km from an existing tourist destination and includes at least (a) ten rentable rooms with attached toilets, (b) two dormitories with toilets(one each for men and women), each dormitory with at least ten beds; and (c) a cafeteria.

Dormitories / ‘Youth Hostel’ is defined as a facility which provides Youth Hostel budget/ inexpensive overnight lodging, particularly (Yuva for budget tourists who are unable to afford expensive Vasatigraha) hotels.

Wellness/ ‘Wellness/ Holistic Health Centre’ is defined as a Holistic Health facility that provides specialised therapy to tourists Centre through alternate system of medicine such as AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy) through professionally qualified personnel.

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Project Definition 39 Tourist ‘Tourist Information Kiosk’ is a kiosk located at a Information public place or at transit points such as bus station, Kiosk railway station, airport, sea port, etc.; providing basic information to tourists; including but not limited to the following; (a) Tourist maps of destinations (b) Nearest basic amenity such as hotel, restaurant, bus stop, railway station, etc. (c) Tourist destinations in the State (d) Emergency contact numbers - police, fire, hospital, etc. (e) Modes of transport and means to reach destinations

Tourist ‘Tourist Information Centre’is a facility located at Information a public place or at transit points such as bus station, Centre railway station, airport, sea port, etc.; which in addition to providing basic information to tourists, also enables hassle free travel/ tour/ stay for tourists. It would provide services including but not limited to the following; (a) Plan and customize tour/ travel/ stay in the city/ State based on tourist requirements (b) Book accommodation in hotels/ home stays/ etc. (c) Book travel through taxi/ bus/ train/ flight/ ferry, etc.

Vocational Institutions established for providing training and skill Training development courses for tour guides, tour operators Institutes and in areas such as culinary skills, hotel management, (Training tourism facility management. and HRD Infrastructure) 40

B. Documents to be submit ted concerned, employment details For obtaining project approvals (disaggregated by Kannadigas and non-Kannadigas), etc. v Project Report detailing out the Project facilities and plan for v Occupancy / Completion Certificate development. The Project Report obtained from the Gram Panchayat / shall also provide estimates of the Municipality / Corporation. Project prepared by a registered engineering firm, having atleast 3 C. Investment subsidies years experience in undertaking Investment subsidies for development civil construction works. of various Tourism Projects defined in A v Supporting document for proof of above will be calculated as a percentage Eligible Entity11. of Eligible Project Cost (EPC) and subject to a maximum amount. v For sanction of investment subsidies Eligible Project Co(EPC)st means investment in fixed assets for the v Title Deed of the land / Record purposes of developing Tourism of Rights, Tenancy and Crops Projects defined in this Policy. EPC (RTC) document (where land is in shall mean costs incurred towards possession of the Eligible Entity). civil construction (including v Original Plan approved by the toilets, access to differently-abled, Gram Panchayat / Municipality electrification) and for providing / Corporation / & Country utilities such as safety equipment, Planning Department / Local water purification, DG sets, air Planning Authority. conditioning, lifts, sewage treatment plant, rain water harvesting, solar v Supporting documents as proof heating/ lighting systems, bore of compliance for project wells and equipment necessary to specific conditions set out in undertake tourism related activities the Guidelines issued by the as defined in Section 4.2.2 A Department of Tourism. (Equipment Cost). EPC does not include costs towards purchase of v Certificate from a Chartered land, interiors, lighting / chandeliers, Account (in case of own finance) furnishings, kitchen utensils, ceramic or from a Scheduled Commercial products, etc. Bank / Financial Institution (in case of availing loan), certifying the v Investment Subsidieproposeds are Eligible Project Cost. based on the location of the Tourism Project and the type of eligible entity v Documentation certifying that developing the Tourism Project. the Project is operational and The table given below sets out the providing services to tourists, such investment subsidies proposed as No Dues Certificate (NDC) from for development of Tourism Department of Commercial Taxes, Infrastructure and Products, Electricity Bill from the ESCOM Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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Taluka Investment Subsidy General Category Women, SC, ST and differently-abled entrepreneurs Category 1 Upto 35% of EPC subject to a maximum of Rs. 105 lakhs Category 2 Upto 30% of EPC subject to a maximum of Rs. 90 lakhs

Category 3 Upto 25% of EPC subject to Additional 10% of a maximum of Rs. 75 lakhs EPC subject to a Category 4 Upto 20% of EPC subject to maximum of a maximum of Rs. 60 lakhs Rs. 5 lakhs HKR Upto 40% of EPC subject to a maximum of Rs. 120 lakhs Focus Tourism Upto 40% of EPC subject to Destinations(FTDs)* a maximum of Rs. 120 lakhs

* An additional 10% investment subsidy (over and above project specific investment subsidies) shall be provided for development of tourism circuits within a Tourism Cluster. A tourism circuit is defined as a route within a single Tourism Cluster, in which at least three Focus Tourism Destinations are located such that none of these are in the same town, village or city. Please refer to Annexure 2 for Tourism Clusters and Focus Tourism Destinations.

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4.2.2 Equipment for Tourism v Certificate from a Chartered Related Activities Account (in case of own finance) or from a Scheduled Commercial The details of equipment for tourism Bank/ Financial Institution (in related activities, documents required case of availing loan), certifying to be submitted and the indicative the Equipment Cost. range of investment subsidies are set out below. C. Investment subsidies The quantum of investment A. Definition subsidies for tourism equipment Equipment necessary to undertake will be calculated as a percentage air, land and water based adventure of Equipment Cost and subject to a tourism activities12 shall be eligible for maximum amount. investment subsidies. Guidelines tourism v Equipment Cost (EC) means equipment would be made available on costs incurred towards www.karnatakatourism.org procurement of equipment for may be referred. undertaking activities listed in B. Documents to be submitted ‘A’ above. EC includes costs towards off road vehicles such For sanction of investment subsidies as all-terrain bikes, quad bikes, v Supporting document for proof of electric vehicles for commutation Eligible Entity13 . of tourists, etc., but does not include vehicles, ferry boats and v Project Report detailing out the other equipment which are not Project facilities and utilization directly utilized for undertaking of the equipment purchased for tourism activities. tourism related activities. v Investment Subsidies proposed v Supporting documents as proof are based on the location of the of compliance for project Tourism Project and the type of specific conditions set out in entity developing the Tourism the Guidelines issued by the Project for which equipment Department of Tourism. are purchased. The table given v Self-attested copy of below sets out the investment Purchase Invoice. subsidies:

12.Ridesforentertainmentparks(excludingFEC),Trekking,Mountaineering,Camping,Rappellingandvalleycrossing, SportClimbing,RockClimbing,Riverrafting,Scubadiving,Snorkelling,RiverraftingW,Rateriverrunning,Jetskiing, Skiingandwakeboarding,Kayakingandcanoeing,Sailboarding,Kitesurfing,windsurfing,sailboarding,andsurfing, Parasailing,Paragliding,Bungeejumping,QuadBiking,RescueBoats. 13.Acompanyshouldfurnishcertificateofincorporation,memorandumofassociationandarticleofassociationasproofofidentity. Aregisteredpartnershipfirmshouldfurnishincometaxreturnsforthelasttwofinancialyearsorregistrationcertificate undertheregistraroffirmsorthepartnershipdeedexecutedbetweenthepartnersasproofofidentity. ASoleProprietorshipfirmshouldfurnisheithertheSales/VAT/ServicetaxorITreturnsforthelasttwofinancialyearsas proof of identity. Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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Taluka Investment Subsidy General Category Women, SC, ST and differently-abled entrepreneurs Category 1 Upto 35% of EC subject to a maximum of Rs. 105 lakhs Category 2 Upto 30% of EC subject to a maximum of Rs. 90 lakhs

Category 3 Upto 25% of EC subject to Additional 10% of a maximum of Rs. 75 lakhs EPC subject to a Category 4 Upto 20% of EC subject to maximum of a maximum of Rs. 60 lakhs Rs. 5 lakhs HKR Upto 40% of EC subject to a maximum of Rs. 120 lakhs Focus Tourism Upto 40% of EC subject to a Destinations(FTD)* maximum of Rs. 120 lakhs

* An additional 10% investment Focus Tourism Destinations are subsidy (over and above project located such that none of these are specific investment subsidies) shall in the same town, village or city. be provided for development of Please refer toAnnexure 2 for tourism circuits within a Tourism Tourism Clusters and Focus Tourism Cluster. A tourism circuit is defined Destinations. as a route within a single Tourism Cluster, in which at least three Hampi is a The ruins are a UNESCO World Heritage Site Karnataka During the 14th century empire it was the kingdom of Vijayanagar. Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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4.2.3 Tourism Related A. Documents to be Soft Activities submitted Tourism related soft activities shall For obtaining approvals mean and include; v Concept Plan detailing out the v ICT (Information and methodology and description Communication Technologies) of the skill development course/ initiatives shall mean those event for which investment technology based systems/ subsidies are being sought. applications, especially internet v Supporting documents for proof based and mobile applications, of Eligible Entity14 audio guides, developed for promoting tourism in the state For sanction of grants and enriching tourist experience. v Documentation certifying v Skill development courses for that the initiative has been conducting heritage walks & undertaken and /or providing nature trails; training for guides services to tourists. & tour operators; specialised B. Grants training programs in areas such as culinary skills, hotel Upto a maximum of Rs. 25 lakhs, management. subject to due diligence and necessary approvals required by the v Event based tourism such as art, Department of Tourism and other craft and culture programmes in agencies concerned. tourist destinations, organised by not-for-profit organisations and open for general public. Such events shall promote experiential tourism to visitors and promote longer duration of stay. v Film induced tourism – Film shootings at tourist destinations mentioned in Annexure 3 provided that due measures are taken to protect the natural environment of the tourism destination and promote the destinations’ locale art, craft and culture.

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1. The Karnataka Tourism Policy based on the GST notification of 2015-20 will come into force Government of India for the states. from the date of issue of enabling Government order and will be in 5. To avail the concessions and operation for five years or as revised investment subsidies stated in by the Government. Once the this Policy, the interested party Karnataka Tourism Policy 2015-20 must obtain necessary approvals comes into operation the Karnataka from the Committees concerned Tourism Policy 2009-14 stands prior to commencement of the withdrawn. However, Tourism Tourism Project. Projects under earlier policies shall 6. Tourism Projects can avail continue to enjoy those benefits concessions and investment as per respective project approval/ subsidies under multiple policies sanction orders. of different departments of 2. Concessions and investment Government of Karnataka and /or subsidies under the Policy will be Government of India. However, granted to only such entities for such if the same component is Tourism Projects that are described claimed under different policies, in the Policy and approved by the the quantum is limited to the Committee concerned. The projects maximum of the component in would need to comply with the any one of the Policy. guidelines issued by the Government.7 . Mega Projects, Ultra Mega Projects 3. All Tourism Projects developed and Super Mega Projects would shall necessarily provide access be eligible for a special package and facilities for differently-abled decided by the Department of persons and ensure safety and Tourism/ Government of Karnataka security of tourists. on a case-to-case basis. The package could include assistance 4. The Concessions and investment in land acquisition; provision of subsidies under the Policy will be core infrastructure such as water, available to all new and additional connecting roads, electricity; taxes investments made during the Policy and concessions as relevant. period for eligible Tourism Projects and Expansion Projects mentioned 8. Entities are eligible to claim in the Policy. However, tax investment subsidies under the exemptions are applicable only until Policy only upon obtaining such time GST comes into effect. A the approval of the Committee fresh notification for tax exemptions concerned and commissioning of under the Policy would be issued the Tourism Project. 5. Implementation Framework 48

A streamlined implementation The e-governance platform enables framework is developed for assisting tracking the status of proposals investors through the process of submitted and ensures transparency project development – assistance in and accountability to citizens/ land acquisition / land conversion entrepreneurs. & purchase, approvals for commencement of Project activities 5.2 Project approvals and and sanction of investment subsidies sanction of investment post commissioning of the Projects. subsidies Department of Tourism on receiving 5.1 ‘Sakala’ - Government’ s applications from Eligible Entities E-governance platform for development of Tourism Projects for delivery of services shall place the application before Any Eligible Entity desirous of the authorities concerned, within a obtaining approvals for development period of one month from receiving of Tourism Projects and services such applications. in the state, and for seeking The authorities concerned for project concessions and investment approvals and sanctions based on subsidies under the Policy shall the Eligible Project Cost of Tourism submit their proposals on the Projects are provided in the table e-governance website of the below: Government, www.sakala.kar.nic.in Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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Eligible Project Authority for Authority for Timeframe for Cost Project Approvals Sanction of completion of Investment projects Subsidies Rs. 0 – 15 District Tourism District Tourism 2 years Crores Committee, under Committee under the chairmanship the chairmanship of Deputy of Deputy Commissioner Commissioner of the respective of the respective district district Rs. 15 – 100 Empowered Empowered 3 years Crores & Soft Committee for Committee for activities Tourism under the Tourism under the related to chairmanship of chairmanship of Tourism Hon’ble Minister of Hon’ble Minister Tourism of Tourism Mega Projects, State High State High 5 years Ultra Mega Level Clearance Level Clearance Projects and Committee Committee Super Mega (SHLCC) under (SHLCC) under Projects (more the chairmanship the chairmanship than Rs. 100 of Hon’ble Chief of Hon’ble Chief Crores) Minister15 Minister

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An estimated investment of Rs. 54,000 crores and an employment generation of about 30.38 lakhs are envisaged in the tourism sector during the policy period (2015-20) as per the Recommendations Report of KTVG. The cumulative estimated investments and employment generation year-on-year from the start of the policy period is set out in the table below.

End of Year Cumulative Estimated Cumulative Anticipated Investments( Rs. Crores) Employment Generation (Lakhs) 2015 – 16 5400 3 2016 – 17 27000 9 2017 – 18 37800 15 2018 – 19 45900 23 2019 - 20 54000 30

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Short Term (1-3 Years) Medium Term (3-5 Years) v Position Karnataka as a preferred v Design tour packages based on tourism destination at state, specific themes, preferably those national and international levels. that involve the geographical Undertake extensive marketing boundary and heritage of more of tourism products through web, than one State, road shows, electronic and print v media. Facilitate development of new destinations that offer innovative v Develop a five year event tourist products, such as, caravan calendar which would be tourism, wellness tourism, tribal synchronized with other themes tourism, tourism, beach and business events to attract tourism, etc. tourists and extend duration of v their stay. Provide investment subsidies and technical assistance to v Carry out feasibility studies for entrepreneurs, especially local establishing demand for various artisans and cottage industries tourism facilities, such as coastal producing high quality tourism, cruise tourism, agri handicrafts. tourism, rural tourism, etc. Long Term (5 - 10 Years) v Set-up a Tourism Infrastructure v Company under the aegis of Assess brand value and impact Department of Tourism. achieved and thereby plan further developments. v Tie-ups with training institutes v to conduct capacity building Develop large scale, flagship programs for creating skilled and iconic projects. manpower in the sector. v Generate a strong industry v Facilitate in development of profile for targeted marketing and accommodation facilities at promotional activities. various tourism destinations and wayside amenities. v Identify/map culture and heritage assets and prepare a plan for protection and management of the same.

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Note: For any Tourism Project, Eligible Entities claiming investment subsidies for development in Focus Tourism Destinations are not eligible to claim investment subsidies for development of the same Tourism Project under any other category.

Category16 Category16 ard ard ard ard ard ard kw kw kw kw abad Karnataka abad Karnataka kw kw ard ard kw kw - Hyder - Hyder uka uka More Bac Bac Not Bac More Bac Bac Not Bac l l 17 17 .Number .Number a a ------Sr T HK 1 - Most Bac 2 3 4 Sr T HK 1 - Most Bac 2 3 4 Bagalkote Belagavi 1 Badami n 15 Athani n 2 Bagalkote n 16 Bailahongala n 3 n 17 Belagavi n 4 Hungund n 18 Chikkodi n 5 Jamkhandi n 19 n 6 n 20 n BengaluruRural 21 n 7 n 22 n 8 Doddaballapur n 23 Ramadurg n 9 Hosakote n 24 n 10 n BengaluruUrban 25 Bellary n 11 Anekal n 26 H.B.Halli n 12 BengaluruNorth n 27 Hadagalli n 13 BengaluruSouth n 28 Hosapete n 14 Bengaluru East n 29 n 30 Sandur n 31 Siraguppa n

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ija Sr.Number y B Y K Chamar Sindgi Indi V B Bidar B A Sidlagha Gowribidanur Chin Chikkaballapura apura elandur ija ollegal a u agepalli asa ajnagar s r a y a tamani d apura v v a akaly n

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Category16 Category16 55 ard ard ard ard ard ard kw kw kw kw abad Karnataka abad Karnataka kw kw ard ard kw kw - Hyder - Hyder uka uka More Bac Bac Not Bac More Bac Bac Not Bac l l 17 17 .Number .Number a a ------Sr T HK 1 - Most Bac 2 3 4 Sr T HK 1 - Most Bac 2 3 4 Dharwad 76 Dharwad n 101 n 77 Hubli n 102 Hanagal n 78 Kalghatagi n 103 Haveri n 79 Kundagol n 104 n 80 n 105 Rannebennur n Gadag 106 n 81 Gadag n 107 n 82 Mundaragi n Kodagu 83 Naragund n 108 n 84 Ron n 109 n 85 n 110 n Kalaburagi 86 n 111 n 87 Aland n 112 Kolar n 88 n 113 n 89 Chittapura n 114 n 90 Kalaburgi n 115 Srinivasapura n 91 n 92 n 116 Gangavathi n Hassan 117 Koppal n 93 n 118 n 94 Arakalgod n 119 n 95 Arasikere n 96 Belur n 97 n 98 Hassan n 99 Holenarsipura n 100 Sakeleshpura n 56 138 137 136 135 134 R 133 132 131 130 129 128 127 Mysuru 126 125 124 123 122 121 120 Mandy

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Category16 57 ard ard ard kw kw abad Karnataka kw ard kw - Hyder uka More Bac Bac Not Bac l 17 .Number a - - - Sr T HK 1 - Most Bac 2 3 4 Udupi 160 n 161 Kundapura n 162 Udupi n UttaraKannada 163 n 164 n 165 n 166 n 167 (Supa) n 168 Karwar n 169 n 170 Mundagod n 171 Siddapura n 172 Sirsi n 173 n 174 Shahapura n 175 Surpura n 176 Yadgir n Annexure 2: 58 Tourism Clusters & Focus Tourism Destinations

The list is only indicative and not exhaustive. Eligible Entities, seeking to develop other tourism circuits and Focus Tourism Destinations in the state, may submit their proposals to the Department of Tourism to avail concessions and investment subsidies as stated in the Policy.

No Tourism Cluster Focus Tourism Destinations 1 Urban tourism Mysuru, Coorg, Belur-Halebeedu, , Kalaburgi 2 Heritage tourism Hampi, Badami, Aihole, Pattadakal, Vijayapura, Kalaburgi, Bidar 3 Nature Tourism - Shivamogga, Uttar Kannada, Chickkamagalur, Hassan, Kodagu 4 Wildlife tourism Nagarhole, Bandipur, BRT, Kavery, Bannerghatta 5 Wellness tourism Mysuru 6 Religious tourism , Udupi, , Karkala, Muradeshwar, Gokarna, , Kalaburgi, Vijayapura, Bidar, Ramnagar (Sufi) 7 Coastal Tourism Mangaluru, Udupi, , Muradeshwar, Karwar & Gokarna

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No Taluka Location Bagalkote 1 Badami , Badami, Pattadkal, Mahakoota, Shivayogi Mandira 2 Bagalkote 3 Bilagi 4 Hungund , Aihole 5 Jamkhandi 6 Mudhol Bengaluru Rural 7 Devanahalli Devanahalli , Tippu's Birth Place & Fort 8 Doddaballapur Ghati Subramanya, Kannaswadi, Madure Temple 9 Hosakote 10 Nelamangala , Mandir Bengaluru Urban 11 Anekal Bannerghatta National Park, Muthyalamaduvu 12 Bengaluru North Lalbagh, , Bull Temple, Tippu Pal- ace, Fort , , ISKON, 13 Bengaluru South Vishweshwariah Museum 14 Bengaluru East 319 Tourism Destinations Pan Karnataka 60

Sr. Taluka Location Belagavi 15 Athani 16 Bailahongala , Sri Sogala Kshetra, Degam/Degavi 17 Belagavi Ramthirtha, Rajahansaghad, Navilutheertha 18 Chikkodi 19 Gokak , Godachinamalki Falls, Doopadal 20 Hukkeri 21 Khanapur 22 Raibag 23 Ramadurg Shabari Valley, Nidasosi 24 Soundatti Yallama Temple Savadatti, Malaprabha Dam Bellary 25 Bellary , , Nagalakere, 26 H. B. Halli 27 Hadagalli Kuruvathi, Mailara 28 Hosapete Hampi, , Bear Park 29 Kudlugi Kotturu, 30 Sandur Thorangal, Ramgad 31 Siriguppa Bidar 32 33 Basavakalyana Basavakalyana, Narayanapura 34 Bhalki Karanja Project 35 Bidar Bidar, ,Gurudwara, Papanashini 36 Humnabad Humnabad, Jalasangi Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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Sr. Taluka Location Vijayapura 37 Basavana , Basavana Bagewadi 38 Vijayapura Golgumbaz & Ibrahimroza, Vijayapura, Toravi 39 Indi 40 Muddebihal 41 Sindgi Chamrajnagar 42 Chamarajnagar , Chikhole Reservoir, Karivaradaraja Betta 43 Gundlpet Bandipur, Himavad Gopala Swamy Hills, Ther- akanambi 44 , Kollegala, Ho- genekal Falls 45 Biligiri Rangana Hills Chikkaballapura 46 Devaragudipalli, Shree Venkataramana 47 Chikkaballapura Nandi Hills, Nandi village, ,Ran- gastala, Sir M. Visvesvaraya Birth Place & Museum 48 Chintamani Muragamalla, Kaiwara 49 Gowribidanur Vidhurashwatha, Minakanagurki 50 Gudibande Adinarayana Betta 51 Byrasagara Tank 319 Tourism Destinations Pan Karnataka 62

Sr. Taluka Location Chickamagaluru 52 Chickamagaluru Mullayyanagiri, Bababudangiri, , Muthodi Game Sanctuary, Belvadi 53 Kadur Ayyanakere 54 Koppa Hirekodgi 55 , Horanadu, , Angadi, Ballalarayanadurga 56 N. R. Pura 57 Shringeri Shringeri, Kigga 58 Kemmannugundi, Amruthapura Bhadra Project 59 Thipperudraswamy Temple Nayakanahatti, Doddagudda 60 Chitradurga , Chitradurga, , Jogimatti 61 Hiriyur Vanivilas Sagar, Marikanive 62 Temple 63 Haalu Rameshwara 64 Dakshina Kannada 65 66 Belthangadi Dharmastala, , Kote (Nasa- simagad) 67 Mangaluru , , , Someswara, Katee- lu, Moodabidre, Thaneer Bhavi, Pilikula Nisar- gadham 68 Puttur Bendretheertha, Shiradi, Uppinangadi, Mahalin- geswara Temple 69 Sulya Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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Sr. Taluka Location 70 Channagiri Shanthisagara 71 Davanagere Kere 72 Harihara, Harihareshwara Temple 73 Harappanahalli Bagali,Kalleswara 74 Honnali Santahebennure Pushkerni /Uchangi , Thirtharameswara 75 Jagalur Dharwad 76 Dharwad Sadhankere Lake, Nrupathunga Betta Sadanakere 77 Hubballi Siddaroodha , Varooru, Sanjivini Park 78 Kalghatagi 79 Kundagol 80 Navalgund Navalgunda Gadag 81 Gadag , Gadag, Beeshma Kere 82 Mundaragi 83 Naragund Naragund 84 Ron 85 Shirahatti 319 Tourism Destinations Pan Karnataka 64

Sr. Taluka Location Kalaburagi 86 Afzalpur , Datta Temple 87 Aland Aland 88 Chincholi Chandrampalli Dam, Chincholi 89 Chittapura Khaja Bandhe Nawaz Darga, Chayabhagawathi, Sannathi, 90 Kalaburgi Kalaburgi 91 Jevargi Jevargi 92 Sedam Sedam,Malkhed Hassan 93 Alur 94 Arakalgod Ramanathpur, Gorur Dam 95 Arasikere Haranahalli 96 Belur Belur, 97 Channarayapatna Shravanabelagola 98 Hassan Hassan, Mosale , Shanthigrama, , Doddagaddavalli 99 Holenarsipura Sri Ramadevara Betta 100 Sakeleshpura Maragunda Haveri 101 Byadagi 102 Hanagal Hanagal 103 Haveri 104 Hirekerur Aabalur 105 Rannebennur 106 Savanur 107 Shiggaon Shiggaon, Shishunala,Bada Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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Sr. Taluka Location Kodagu 108 Madikeri Madikeri, , Talacauvery, Nalkunadu , , Omkareshwara Temple, Kakkabbe Shri Iguthappa 109 Somwarpet Cauvery , Harangi Dam, , Chattahalli Farm, Nisargadhama 110 Virajpet Nagarahole National Park, Irurpu, Kundada Betta Kolar 111 Bangarapet Kotillinga Kammasandra, , K.G.F., 112 Kolar Anthargange 113 Malur Avani, Bangara Tirupathi 114 Mulbagal Mulbagal, 115 Srinivasapura Koppal 116 Gangavathi , Kanakagiri 117 Koppal Koppal, Hulligemma Temple, Gavi Matha 118 Kushtagi 119 Yelburga , 319 Tourism Destinations Pan Karnataka 66

Sr. Taluka Location 120 Daria Daulath, Hosaholalu, Kikkeri, Hemagiri Falls, 121 Maddur Kokkarebellur 122 Shivanasamudra 123 Mandya Hanumanthanagara Eco Park, Gaanadalu, Hos- abudanur 124 Nagamangala Adhichunchanagiri 125 Melkote, Thonnurkere 126 Srirangapattna Srirangapatna, Nimishamba Temple, , Ranganthittu, Hulikere, Krishnar-a jasagara dam Mysuru 127 H.D.Kote Kharapura 128 Hunsur Gomatagiri 129 K.R. Nagar 130 Mysuru Mysuru, Mysuru Palace & Art Gallery, Chamun- di Hills, Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens 131 Nanjanagud Nanjanagud, Suthoor Matha, Sri Kanteshwara Temple 132 Bylukuppe Golden Temple 133 T Narasipur Talakad, Somanathapur, Gargeshwari 134 Devdurga 135 Lingasugar Hatti, Mudagal 136 Manavi , Kallur 137 Raichur Raichur, Naradagedde, Maliabad 138 Sindanur Ambadevi Matt Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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Sr. Taluka Location 139 Channapatna Channapatna, Doddamalur 140 (Sangama), Kabbalamma Temple 141 Magadi Savanadurga, Thippagondanahalli, Kootagallu, Magadi 142 Ramanagara Ramanagara, Kanva, Revana Siddeshwara Hills, Shivamogga 143 Bhadravathi Bhadravathi, , 144 Nagara, , 145 Sagara , , Varadamoola, 146 Shikaripura Thogarsi, Uduthadi, Ballegavi 147 Shivamogga Thyaverekopa safari, Sakrebylu Camp, Gajnuru Dam, Kudli, Gajanur 148 Chandragutti, Soraba, Gudvi Bird Sanctuary 149 Thirthahalli, Kuppali Museum, , , Manda Gadde Bird Sanctuary, , Maricha Mrugavade, Ambutheertha 319 Tourism Destinations Pan Karnataka 68

Sr. Taluka Location Tumkuru 150 Chikkanaya- Theertha Ramalingeshwara Swamy - Vajra, kanahalli Handanakere 151 Gubbi Gubbi 152 Goravanahalli Laxmi, Koratagere, Siddara Betta, Theeta Reservoir 153 Yediyur, Yediyuru Siddalingeshwara Temple, Markonahalli 154 Madhugiri 155 Pavagada 156 Sira Sira 157 Araluguppa 158 Tumkuru Siddaganga, Kaidal, Devarayana Durga 159 Turuvekere Udupi 160 Karkala Karkala, Karkala Jaina Basadi, Someshwara Beach 161 Kundapura Kundapura, , Kollur, Anejari 162 Udupi Udupi, , St. Mary’s Island, Kudlu Thirtha, Sri Temple Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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Sr. Taluka Location 163 Ankola Ankola 164 Bhatkal Murudeshwara, Bhatkal 165 Haliyal Haliyal, , Dandeli Wild Life Sanctuary, Nagara Power Station( no tourism activities permitted due to security reasons) 166 Honnavar Basavaraj Durga, Idugunji, Beach 167 Joida(Supa) , Ramanagar, Castle Rocks 168 Karwar Karwar, Kurmgad, Anjadev Island, Devagad 169 Kumta Kumta,Gokarna, Yana, Dhareswara, Om Beach & Devabhag Beach 170 Mundagod Ativari Bird Sanctuary 171 Siddapura Siddapura, 172 Sirsi Sirsi, Sonda, 173 Yellapur Yellapur, Sathodi and Magodu Falls, Lalguli Falls Yadgir 174 Shahapura Sleeping Buddha 175 Surpura Narayanapur Dam, Bonala Bird Sanctuary , Rajavenkatappa Nayaka Kote and Palace 176 Yadgir Yadgir Fort, Sannakere Annexure 4 70 Constitution of Special Committees for granting approval to Tourism Projects and sanction of Investment Subsidies under the Policy Text align Text align Text align Grid Grid Grid

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A. District Tourism B. Empowered Committee Committee for Tourism The Empowered Committee for The District Tourism Committee Tourism will be headed by Hon’ble will be headed by the Deputy Commissioner and comprises the Minister for Tourism, Government of Karnataka and comprises the following members following members: v Chief Executive Officer, Zilla v Panchayat Additional / Principal Secretary to v The Commissioner or Chief Government, Department of Officer of City Municipal Tourism Corporation or Municipal v Additional Chief Secretary/ Council Principal Secretary to v The Jurisdictional Executive Government, Commerce & Engineer, Electricity Supply Industry Department Company Limited v Additional Chief Secretary/ v The Jurisdictional representative Principal Secretary to of the Karnataka State Financial Government, Urban Corporation Development Department v The Lead District Manager of the v Principal Secretary to Lead Bank Government, Infrastructure Development Department v The Jurisdictional Joint or Deputy Commissioner of Commercial v Chairman, Karnataka Eco- Taxes Tourism Development Board v The Commissioner, Urban v Principal Secretary to Development Authority Government, Finance Department v The Assistant Director, Town Planning v Principal Secretary to v Government, Kannada & Culture, Joint Director, District Industries Information Department Centre v v Principal Chief Conservator of Deputy Director (Tourism) / Forest, Forest Department Assistant Director (Tourism) / Tourism-in-charge officer v Director, Commerce & Industry (Convener) Department v Director, Department of Tourism (Convener) v Other members as required on a case-to-case basis may be co- opted as special invitees 72

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