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Promotion And Development Of Tea Tourism Infrastructure In Assam

The scheme “Promotion and Development of Tea Tourism Infrastructure in Assam” was launched by the Government of Assam which broadly includes the overall experience of tourists in the midst of a tea garden or state, with accommodation facilities in iconic bungalows with modern amenities.

Authority

State

Region

Assam

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Who can apply

Private Tea Garden companies’ Garden owners can apply.; If the tea garden is on a lease, then, the leaseholder can also apply subject to the lease period in hand being a minimum of 15 years from the date of application.; Tea Garden company/Garden owner/ lease holder must be willing to undertake a tea tourism scheme.; Tea Gardens which are iconic/heritage will be preferred.; The ideal size of the tea garden should be 50 hectares and above. In the case of the hill district, the ideal size may be reduced to 25 hectares.; Tea Gardens must be free from all kinds of disputes, free from encroachment, and industrial pollution.; Tea Gardens situated nearest to the reserved forest, wildlife sanctuaries, and National Parks as well as other existing major tourist destinations/circuits, will be preferred.; Tea gardens which have many more existing tourist infrastructures, especially iconic bungalows, golf courts, etc. shall be preferred.; Assistance will be given only for the renovation of iconic bungalows and newly created tourism infrastructures.; For employment purposes in tea tourism-related activities dependent on Tea Garden, workers will be given preference.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the scope of this scheme?

The scheme aims to provide an overall experience for tourists in the midst of a tea garden or state, with an accommodation facility in an iconic bungalow with modern amenities. The scope of the scheme will include trekking in the natural beauty of a lush tea garden, undertaking a tea-testing session, visiting a modern tea factory and even trying one's hand at plucking tea leaves, etc.

What kind of activities will be promoted under this scheme?

The scheme will promote tea tourism promotional activities such as plucking tealeaves, going on nature walks, trekking and rafting, and even play of golf, etc.

Does this scheme focus on the Tea tribes of Assam?

Yes, this scheme is focusing on the cultural and socio-economic scenario of the Tea Tribes of Assam worldwide for tourist attraction.

Does this scheme develop coordination amongst the tea stakeholders & state tourist operators?

Yes, the scheme will help to develop coordination amongst the tea stakeholders including state tourist operators for flourishing tea -tourism.

Who is eligible for the scheme?

A Private Tea Garden companies' Garden owner can apply under this scheme.

Can a holder of tea garden on lease is eligible under this scheme?

Yes, if the tea garden is on a lease, then, the leaseholder can also apply subject to the lease period in hand being a minimum of 15 years from the date of application. Further, the Tea Garden company/Garden owner/ lease holder must be willing to undertake a tea tourism scheme.

Will any preference be given to the Tea Garden under the scheme?

Tea Gardens which are iconic/heritage, situated nearest to the reserved forest, wildlife sanctuaries, and National Parks as well as other existing major tourist destinations/circuits, will be preferred.

Would employment purpose-related activities in tea tourism be given preference under this scheme?

Yes, for employment purposes in tea tourism-related activities dependent on Tea Garden workers will be given preference.

What is the purpose of giving financial assistance under the scheme?

Assistance will be given only for the renovation of iconic bungalows and newly created tourism infrastructures.

How can I know about the opening of the application form?

Assam Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. will give wide publicity through open advertisements in daily newspapers, electronic media, etc. as per the norms. The applicant must check on a regular basis these sources of information.

Who are the members of the State Level Committee (SLC) for selection of Tea Gardens?

The SLC shall be constituted with the following members: (a) Senior most Secretary, Chairman (b) Any Secretary of Tourism Department, Member (c) Secretary, Industries, Member (d) Director, Tourism, Member (e) Managing Director, ATDC, Guwahati, Member Secretary

Will any physical inspection be conducted before finalizing the name of a beneficiary?

A physical inspection of the shortlisted gardens to verify their feasibility will be conducted by Assam Tourism Development Corporation (ATDC) before final selection.

Who will approve the list of eligible tea gardens?

After scrutiny and physical inspection, the list of eligible tea gardens will be approved by the SLC for further implementation of the scheme.