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Capital Subsidy for Establishment of Sea Plane, Amphibian Tourist Vehicle and Aero Sports and Aero Sports Training Centre/Academy

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Overview

The scheme aims to encourage private investment in niche adventure tourism sectors such as sea planes, amphibian vehicles, and aero sports academies in Madhya Pradesh. It provides eligible investors with a 25% capital subsidy on fixed capital investment, up to ₹10,00,00,000/-.

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Description
The scheme "Capital Subsidy for Establishment of Sea Plane, Amphibian Tourist Vehicle and Aero Sports and Aero Sports Training Centre/Academy" was launched by the Tourism Department, Government Of Madhya Pradesh. The scheme aims to promote adventure tourism and enhance connectivity by incentivizing the establishment of aero sports facilities and the operation of specialized tourist vehicles. The scheme provides a capital investment subsidy of 25% on the fixed capital investment, subject to a maximum ceiling of ₹10,00,00,000/-. The applicant must incur a minimum capital expenditure of ₹1,00,00,000/- to be eligible for this specific subsidy category. The scheme is implemented by the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board. The applications for this scheme are accepted online through the designated investment portal.

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Benefits
• The beneficiary will receive a capital investment subsidy equivalent to 25% of the approved fixed capital investment.
• The maximum subsidy amount provided under this scheme is capped at ₹10,00,00,000/-.
• For Aero Sports and Aero Sports Training Centres/Academies, the subsidy shall be given after one year from the date of operation.
• For Sea Plane and Amphibian Tourist Vehicles, the subsidy will be released in phases: 40% at the start of operation, and 20% per year in the subsequent 2nd, 3rd, and 4th years.
• Investment made prior to 3 years from the date of commencement of operation of the unit shall be accepted for calculating the capital subsidy.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant must establish a tourism project falling under the category of Sea Plane, Amphibian Tourist Vehicle, Aero Sports, or Aero Sports Training Centre/Academy.
2. - The applicant must incur a minimum capital expenditure of ₹1,00,00,000/- as approved by the department.
3. - The applicant must ensure the project is established and operationalized during the operative tenure of the Tourism Policy 2025.
4. - The applicant must register the unit with the Tourism Department to avail of the benefits.
5. - The applicant must submit a self-declaration regarding the continuous operation of the unit on or before the 15th of April every year for at least three years from the date of availing the subsidy.
6. - The applicant must ensure that if the unit is closed within specified timeframes (1 to 3 years) after receiving the subsidy, the applicable amount (80% to 50%) is refunded.
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Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The applicant must visit the Madhya Pradesh Government's Invest Portal, and initiate the registration process as a "Vendor / Investor".
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Step 1: The applicant must visit the Madhya Pradesh Government's Invest Portal, and initiate the registration process as a "Vendor / Investor".

Step 2: Step 2: The applicant must fill in the basic information section by selecting the appropriate "Type of Organisation" from the available options, which include Public Limited Company, Private Limited, LLP, Proprietorship Firm, Partnership Firm, Coo…
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Step 2: The applicant must fill in the basic information section by selecting the appropriate "Type of Organisation" from the available options, which include Public Limited Company, Private Limited, LLP, Proprietorship Firm, Partnership Firm, Cooperative, Trust, FPO, and Individual. The applicant must enter the "Firm/Company Name" and the "Authorized Person Name" to establish the identity of the entity.

Step 3: Step 3: The applicant must enter a valid email ID and mobile number. The Application Number, User ID, password, and all other important communications will be sent to this registered email ID.
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Step 3: The applicant must enter a valid email ID and mobile number. The Application Number, User ID, password, and all other important communications will be sent to this registered email ID.

Step 4: Step 4: The applicant must complete the basic registration form submission. The system generates a User ID and password, which are shared directly with the applicant's registered mobile number.
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Step 4: The applicant must complete the basic registration form submission. The system generates a User ID and password, which are shared directly with the applicant's registered mobile number.

Step 5: Step 5: The authorized person logs in to the portal using the User ID and password received on the registered mobile number to process the company's activities. After the initial login, the applicant must update their profile to complete the full …
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Step 5: The authorized person logs in to the portal using the User ID and password received on the registered mobile number to process the company's activities. After the initial login, the applicant must update their profile to complete the full registration process before proceeding to apply for the scheme.

Step 6: Step 1: The applicant must apply for and secure mandatory permissions through the online single-window system within the stipulated time frames. Then, the applicant must do the following -
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Complete the construction, ensuring the minimum capital expenditure is met.
Commence commercial operations and gather proof of operation.

Step 7: Step 2: The applicant must submit the capital subsidy application online within one year from the date of commencement of operation. Upload all required documents, ensuring all files meet the specified format requirements (e.g., JPG for photos).
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Step 2: The applicant must submit the capital subsidy application online within one year from the date of commencement of operation. Upload all required documents, ensuring all files meet the specified format requirements (e.g., JPG for photos).

Step 8: Step 3: The Tourism Department/Board verifies the application and documents and processes the subsidy claim.
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Step 3: The Tourism Department/Board verifies the application and documents and processes the subsidy claim.

Required Documents
• Project Report.
• Memorandum and Articles of Association (If Public/Private Limited Company).
• Partnership Deed and Certificate of Registration (If Partnership Firm).
• Certificate of Registration/Establishment of Firm/Company.
• Land Record Ownership Documents (Certified Khasra).
• Site Map or Approved Khasra Map
• Registered Sale Deed or Lease Deed
• Building Permission from the Appropriate Authority.
• Map Sanctioned by the Local Authority (Municipal Corporation, Municipality, Etc.).
• Total Capital Cost Certificate Certified by a Chartered Accountant.
• Total Project Cost Certificate Certified by a Certified Engineer/Valuer.
• Proof of Date of Commercial Operation (Lodging Bill, Catering Bill, or Service Bill).
• Photographs of the Unit/Project from 3 Different Angles (JPG Format, Max 500 KB).
• Copy of PAN Card.
• Copy of Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, Etc.).
• Cancelled Cheque of the Firm/Company.
• Debt Details from Concerned Financial Institution.
• No Objection Certificate from Pollution Control Board.
• No Objection Certificate from Fire Department.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there a strict deadline for submitting the subsidy application form after I have commenced the commercial operations of my unit?
A: You must submit your application within 1 year of the date of commencement of operation to be eligible for the claim.
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Q: Are there any mandatory employment requirements regarding local residents that I must satisfy to be eligible for the capital subsidy?
A: Yes, to be eligible for the capital subsidy, it is mandatory to provide employment to 70% of the total staff to residents of Madhya Pradesh.
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Q: Once I have received the subsidy, is there a mandatory minimum period during which I must keep my tourism unit operational?
A: You are required to run the unit for at least 3 years from the date of availing the subsidy and must submit a self-declaration regarding continuous operation annually.
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Q: What are the financial consequences if I am unable to sustain the operation of my unit and have to close it within three years?
A: If the unit closes within 1, 2, or 3 years of receiving the subsidy, you must refund 80%, 60%, or 50% of the subsidy amount, respectively.
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Q: If I decide to establish my tourism project in a distant or remote area, are there any additional financial incentives available?
A: Projects in such areas are eligible for an additional 5% Capital Investment Subsidy, and the minimum investment limit and room ceiling are reduced to 50%.
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Q: If my tourism unit qualifies for grants under more than one category, can I claim benefits from all eligible categories simultaneously?
A: No, if a unit is entitled to a grant/subsidy in more than one category, you must choose only one category in which you wish to get the benefit.
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Q: I already own an operational hotel and plan to expand it; am I eligible to receive a subsidy for this expansion under the guidelines?
A: Expansion projects are eligible for the subsidy provided there is a minimum 50% increase in the staying capacity of the existing establishment.
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Q: As an entrepreneur belonging to the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe category, am I entitled to any extra fiscal benefits?
A: Yes, entrepreneurs from SC/ST categories with 100% ownership of the tourism project are entitled to an additional 5% capital investment subsidy.
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Q: Is the subsidy amount calculated solely based on my investment, or is there an upper limit I should be aware of?
A: The subsidy is a percentage of your fixed capital investment, but it is strictly subject to a maximum ceiling amount specified for your project category.
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Q: If I have incurred capital expenditure prior to the actual commencement of the unit, will that cost be considered for the grant?
A: Expenditure incurred up to a maximum of 05 years before commencement is considered valid if the project was executed and operated in one go.
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Q: To prove the capital cost incurred on my project, whose certification is required to be submitted along with the subsidy application?
A: The total capital cost incurred must be certified by a certified Engineer/Valuer, and the total project cost must be certified by a Chartered Accountant.
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Q: What specific documentation must I provide to officially prove the date of commercial operation of my tourism unit?
A: You must provide copies of the first lodging bill, catering bill, bill of service provided, or any other legally acceptable proof to prove the date of commercial operation.
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Q: Does my project need to be established within a specific timeframe to qualify for the capital investment benefits mentioned?
A: Your project must be established and operationalized during the operative tenure of the policy to be entitled to the capital investment subsidy.
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Q: How should I submit my application for land allocation or permissions to ensure it is processed correctly by the department?
A: All applications for land allocation, permissions, and subsidies should be submitted online through the State Government&#39;s Invest Portal or Single Window System.
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Eligibility Criteria

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- The applicant must establish a tourism project falling under the category of Sea Plane, Amphibian Tourist Vehicle, Aero Sports, or Aero Sports Training Centre/Academy.

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- The applicant must incur a minimum capital expenditure of ₹1,00,00,000/- as approved by the department.

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- The applicant must ensure the project is established and operationalized during the operative tenure of the Tourism Policy 2025.

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- The applicant must register the unit with the Tourism Department to avail of the benefits.

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- The applicant must submit a self-declaration regarding the continuous operation of the unit on or before the 15th of April every year for at least three years from the date of availing the subsidy.

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- The applicant must ensure that if the unit is closed within specified timeframes (1 to 3 years) after receiving the subsidy, the applicable amount (80% to 50%) is refunded.

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Benefits

The beneficiary will receive a capital investment subsidy equivalent to 25% of the approved fixed capital investment.

The maximum subsidy amount provided under this scheme is capped at ₹10,00,00,000/-.

For Aero Sports and Aero Sports Training Centres/Academies, the subsidy shall be given after one year from the date of operation.

For Sea Plane and Amphibian Tourist Vehicles, the subsidy will be released in phases: 40% at the start of operation, and 20% per year in the subsequent 2nd, 3rd, and 4th years.

Investment made prior to 3 years from the date of commencement of operation of the unit shall be accepted for calculating the capital subsidy.

Required Documents

# Document
1 Project Report.
2 Memorandum and Articles of Association (If Public/Private Limited Company).
3 Partnership Deed and Certificate of Registration (If Partnership Firm).
4 Certificate of Registration/Establishment of Firm/Company.
5 Land Record Ownership Documents (Certified Khasra).
6 Site Map or Approved Khasra Map
7 Registered Sale Deed or Lease Deed
8 Building Permission from the Appropriate Authority.
9 Map Sanctioned by the Local Authority (Municipal Corporation, Municipality, Etc.).
10 Total Capital Cost Certificate Certified by a Chartered Accountant.
11 Total Project Cost Certificate Certified by a Certified Engineer/Valuer.
12 Proof of Date of Commercial Operation (Lodging Bill, Catering Bill, or Service Bill).
13 Photographs of the Unit/Project from 3 Different Angles (JPG Format, Max 500 KB).
14 Copy of PAN Card.
15 Copy of Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, Etc.).
16 Cancelled Cheque of the Firm/Company.
17 Debt Details from Concerned Financial Institution.
18 No Objection Certificate from Pollution Control Board.
19 No Objection Certificate from Fire Department.

How to Apply

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Step 1: The applicant must visit the Madhya Pradesh Government's Invest Portal, and initiate the registration process as a "Vendor / Investor".

Offline Step 1: The applicant must visit the Madhya Pradesh Government's Invest Portal, and initiate the registration process as a "Vendor / Investor".

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Step 2: The applicant must fill in the basic information section by selecting the appropriate "Type of Organisation" from the available options, which include Public Limited Company, Private Limited, LLP, Proprietorship Firm, Partnership Firm, Coo…

Offline Step 2: The applicant must fill in the basic information section by selecting the appropriate "Type of Organisation" from the available options, which include Public Limited Company, Private Limited, LLP, Proprietorship Firm, Partnership Firm, Cooperative, Trust, FPO, and Individual. The applicant must enter the "Firm/Company Name" and the "Authorized Person Name" to establish the identity of the entity.

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Step 3: The applicant must enter a valid email ID and mobile number. The Application Number, User ID, password, and all other important communications will be sent to this registered email ID.

Offline Step 3: The applicant must enter a valid email ID and mobile number. The Application Number, User ID, password, and all other important communications will be sent to this registered email ID.

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Step 4: The applicant must complete the basic registration form submission. The system generates a User ID and password, which are shared directly with the applicant's registered mobile number.

Offline Step 4: The applicant must complete the basic registration form submission. The system generates a User ID and password, which are shared directly with the applicant's registered mobile number.

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Step 5: The authorized person logs in to the portal using the User ID and password received on the registered mobile number to process the company's activities. After the initial login, the applicant must update their profile to complete the full …

Offline Step 5: The authorized person logs in to the portal using the User ID and password received on the registered mobile number to process the company's activities. After the initial login, the applicant must update their profile to complete the full registration process before proceeding to apply for the scheme.

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Step 1: The applicant must apply for and secure mandatory permissions through the online single-window system within the stipulated time frames. Then, the applicant must do the following -

Offline Complete the construction, ensuring the minimum capital expenditure is met. Commence commercial operations and gather proof of operation.

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Step 2: The applicant must submit the capital subsidy application online within one year from the date of commencement of operation. Upload all required documents, ensuring all files meet the specified format requirements (e.g., JPG for photos).

Offline Step 2: The applicant must submit the capital subsidy application online within one year from the date of commencement of operation. Upload all required documents, ensuring all files meet the specified format requirements (e.g., JPG for photos).

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Step 3: The Tourism Department/Board verifies the application and documents and processes the subsidy claim.

Offline Step 3: The Tourism Department/Board verifies the application and documents and processes the subsidy claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

You must submit your application within 1 year of the date of commencement of operation to be eligible for the claim. <br>

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