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Meghalaya Launches Rs 5 Cr Homestay Project to Boost Sustainable Tourism
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 18 Aug 2026, 12:48 AM
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The northeastern state of Meghalaya has unveiled a Rs 5 crore homestay initiative aimed at promoting sustainable tourism and generating local employment.
The state government of Meghalaya has announced a new homestay project worth over Rs 5 crore, targeting the promotion of sustainable tourism across the region.
The initiative will involve the development of eco-friendly accommodation facilities in key tourist spots, allowing visitors to experience local culture while minimizing environmental impact.
Officials say the project will create employment opportunities for local communities and encourage the use of renewable resources in hospitality services.
The rollout is expected to begin early next year, with the first homestays slated for launch in the upcoming tourist season.
The initiative will involve the development of eco-friendly accommodation facilities in key tourist spots, allowing visitors to experience local culture while minimizing environmental impact.
Officials say the project will create employment opportunities for local communities and encourage the use of renewable resources in hospitality services.
The rollout is expected to begin early next year, with the first homestays slated for launch in the upcoming tourist season.