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SASCI Tourism Scheme: Operational Guidelines

23 July 20251 min read
GOVERNMENT SCHEMESSASCI TourismScheme:OperationalGuidelines23 July 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

Guidelines were issued for a scheme meant to lift iconic tourist sites to global standards.

Key facts

  • Nature: centrally funded capital investment; money through the Union Budget.
  • Aims: global-standard sites, better visitor experience, competitiveness, investment.
  • Execution: state governments; 24 months per project.
  • Branding: global campaigns, social media, tourism events.

Significance

  • Tourism-led growth, jobs, investment.
  • Cooperative federalism and stronger Brand India tourism.

Exam angle

  • Expand SASCI: Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment.
  • Target year: 2026; guidelines by the Ministry of Tourism.

Test yourself

1. Under the SASCI scheme, within how many months must each project be completed after approval?

Each project must be completed within 24 months of approval.

2. Which ministry released operational guidelines for the SASCI scheme?

The Ministry of Tourism launched and issued guidelines for SASCI.

3. Who proposes and executes projects under SASCI?

State governments propose and implement projects, with Central support.