Home Stay Yojana: The Bihar government is gearing up to boost the state’s tourism industry by launching the Chief Minister’s Homestay Promotion Scheme 2026. The goal of this initiative is not only to enhance lodging options for tourists but also to increase the earnings of local families by involving them in tourism activities.

The government envisions attracting millions of visitors to Bihar’s historical and religious sites like Bodh Gaya, Rajgir, Nalanda, Vaishali, Vikramshila, and others. Converting local residences into homestays can offer a unique tourism experience.

Key Points of Bihar Home Stay Scheme

1. Eligible families can convert spare rooms in their homes into accommodations for tourists, following government guidelines.
2. These rooms will be inspected and approved by the Bihar Tourism Department before being listed on the tourism portal.
3. The scheme aims to provide an authentic experience of local culture, food, and lifestyle to tourists, fostering direct connections with the community.

Financial Support Provided

1. Interested individuals residing within five kilometers of selected tourist spots can establish homestays, with a maximum of eight rooms per person.
2. The government will offer financial aid of up to 2.50 lakh rupees per room and a maximum grant of 10 lakh rupees per operator.
3. Women entrepreneurs, self-help groups, and young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 25 will receive an extra incentive of 25 thousand rupees per room, encouraging youth and women to engage in tourism-related self-employment.

Expanding Opportunities Across 16 Districts

The Bihar government has selected 34 major tourist destinations in 16 districts of the state under the homestay scheme. These include Bodhgaya Mahabodhi Temple, Vishnupad Temple, Dungeshwari Temple, Pret Shila and Gurupa Hill in Gaya district, Nalanda Mahavihara, ruins, Pawapuri Water Temple, Rajgir Ropeway, Rajgir Zoo Safari, Nature Safari and Rajgir Kund in Nalanda district, Vishwashanti Stupa in Vaishali, Mundeshwari Temple Complex in Kaimur, Kesariya Stupa and Sita Kund in East Champaran, Sher Shah Suri’s Tomb, Manjhar Kund and Dhuan Kund in Rohtas, Valmiki Tiger Reserve and Gandhi Ashram Bhitiharwa in West Champaran.