Installation of Ropeway Infrastructure for Transport in Inaccessible Tourist Places or Forest Areas
State: Madhya Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Tourism Department
Category: Travel & Tourism, Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Business Entity

The scheme aims to enhance connectivity in inaccessible tourist and forest areas by installing ropeways. It provides a Capital Investment Subsidy of 40% up to ₹5,00,00,000/- to private investors establishing ropeway infrastructure with a minimum investment of ₹1,00,00,000/-.

Benefits:
**Capital Investment Subsidy:** The scheme offers a subsidy of 40% against the Fixed Capital Investment.
**Maximum Ceiling:** The maximum subsidy amount is capped at ₹5,00,00,000/- (Five Crore Rupees).
***Conditions***

- The unit must be established and operated as per the definition, criterion, and standards defined by the Government.
- The unit must operate continuously for at least three years from the date of availing the subsidy.
- The beneficiary must submit a self-declaration regarding continuous operation on or before the 15th of April every year.
- If the unit closes within one year of receiving the subsidy, 80% of the amount must be refunded.

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Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a private investor or entity establishing a tourism project defined under the policy.
- The applicant must propose a project for the installation of ropeway infrastructure for transport.
- The applicant must locate the project in inaccessible tourist places or forest areas.
- The applicant must incur a minimum capital expenditure of ₹1,00,00,000/- (One Crore Rupees) as approved by the department.
- The applicant must ensure the project is established and operationalized during the operative tenure of the Tourism Policy.
- The applicant must submit the application for capital subsidy within one year from the date of commencement of operation.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Registration ProcessStep 1: The applicant must visit the Madhya Pradesh Government's Invest Portal, and initiate the registration process as a "Vendor / Investor".
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: 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: 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: 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.
Application ProcessStep 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 - 
Complete the construction, ensuring the minimum capital expenditure is met.
Commence commercial operations and gather proof of operation.
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 3: The Tourism Department/Board verifies the application and documents and processes the subsidy claim.

Documents Required:
Basic Application DocumentsApplication Form For Claiming Capital Subsidy
Copy Of Project Report
Land and Property DocumentsCopy Of Land Records (Ownership Documents Like Certified Khasra And Site Map, Or Title Copy Like Registered Sale Deed Or Lease Deed)
Copy Of Map Sanctioned By The Local Authority
Copy Of The Building Permission Granted By The Appropriate Authority
Business Registration DocumentsCertificate Of Establishment Of Firm Or Company
Memorandum And Articles Of Association (If Public/Private Limited Company)
Partnership Deed And Certificate Of Registration (If Partnership)
Certificate Of Registration (If Proprietary Concern)
Identity and Financial DocumentsCopy Of PAN Card
Copy Of Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card/ Voter ID/ Passport Etc.)
Cancelled Cheque Of The Firm Or Company
Project Cost CertificationTotal Project Cost Certificate Certified By Certified Engineer Or Valuer
Total Capital Cost Certificate Certified By Chartered Accountant
Debt Details From Concerned Financial Institution
Proof of OperationsProof Of Date Of Commercial Operation (Copy Of First Bill Of Service/Facility Provided Or Other Legally Acceptable Proof)
Coloured Photographs Of Unit Or Project From 03 Different Angles
Additional Documents (If Applicable)No Objection Certificate From Forest Department (If Applicable Due To Location In Forest Areas)