HRIDAY: Heritage City Development & Augmentation Yojana
✓ Information verified — June 2026Launched on 21st January 2015, the scheme "National Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana", also known as "HRIDAY" is a central sector scheme by the Ministry of Tourism. The scheme was introduced to bring together urban planning, economic growth, and heritage conservation.
What You Get
- Development of heritage city infrastructure and public spaces
- Restoration and conservation of historical monuments and sites
- Improvement of amenities like roads, water supply, and sanitation in heritage areas
- Creation of tourist-friendly facilities and signage
- Support for local businesses and economic activities related to heritage tourism
- Enhancement of cultural and religious sites for better visitor experience
Who Can Apply
- Gender: Male only
- Age: 0–100 years
- Scheme is applicable to select heritage cities across India
- Local municipal corporations and urban local bodies can apply for project funding
- Projects must focus on heritage conservation and urban development
- State governments nominate cities for inclusion in the scheme
- Projects must align with heritage preservation and tourism promotion objectives
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. City Council Resolution
- 2. Project Proposal Document
- 3. Land Ownership Certificates
- 4. Heritage Site Maps
- 5. Environmental Clearance
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Tourism
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- Male
- Age Group
- 0–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/hridayNodal Ministry
Ministry Of Tourism
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