Sarkari Yojana
HRIDAY: Heritage City Development & Augmentation Yojana
About HRIDAY: Heritage City Development & Augmentation Yojana
Launched on 21 January 2015, “National Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana” (HRIDAY) was a Ministry of Tourism central sector scheme bringing together urban planning, economic growth, and heritage conservation in an inclusive way, while preserving cities’ heritage character. Its mission period ended on 31 March 2019. It funded core heritage-linked civic infrastructure projects — revitalising urban infrastructure around cities’ heritage, religious, cultural, and tourism assets — covering water supply, sanitation, drainage, waste management, approach roads, footpaths, street lighting, tourist facilities, electricity wiring, landscaping, and similar citizen services.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Tourism
21 Jan 2015
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for HRIDAY: Heritage City Development & Augmentation Yojana, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
This scheme carries no eligibility conditions for availing…
This scheme carries no eligibility conditions for availing its benefits.
Benefits Provided
HRIDAY: Heritage City Development & Augmentation Yojana provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
For the Residents
A better quality of life through upgraded infrastructure,…
A better quality of life through upgraded infrastructure, improved sanitation, and revitalized public spaces.
A sense of pride and identity that comes…
A sense of pride and identity that comes from preserved cultural heritage.
Economic opportunities from tourism, cultural events, and heritage-related…
Economic opportunities from tourism, cultural events, and heritage-related businesses. For the Tourists
Richer cultural experiences through restored and promoted heritage…
Richer cultural experiences through restored and promoted heritage sites, monuments, and historic areas.
Better amenities and facilities, including improved signage, interpretation…
Better amenities and facilities, including improved signage, interpretation centres, and guided tours.
Greater safety and accessibility, making heritage cities more…
Greater safety and accessibility, making heritage cities more appealing to domestic and international visitors. For the Businesses
Wider market opportunities from increased tourism and foot…
Wider market opportunities from increased tourism and foot traffic in heritage areas.
Investment incentives for heritage-related ventures like heritage hotels,…
Investment incentives for heritage-related ventures like heritage hotels, handicrafts, cultural events, and eco-tourism.
Preservation and promotion of traditional crafts and skills,…
Preservation and promotion of traditional crafts and skills, supporting local artisans. For the Local Authorities
Stronger governance and capacity for heritage conservation and…
Stronger governance and capacity for heritage conservation and urban planning.
More revenue from tourism-related taxes, entry fees, and…
More revenue from tourism-related taxes, entry fees, and commercial activity in heritage areas.
Better collaboration with government agencies, NGOs, and private…
Better collaboration with government agencies, NGOs, and private stakeholders for sustainable development.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
This scheme requires no documents
This scheme requires no documents.
2015-01-21
How to Apply
Offline Application
Applicants can apply for HRIDAY: Heritage City Development & Augmentation Yojana through the offline application process outlined below.
Application Process
No application is required from citizens under this scheme.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.