RAMPWED

This intervention promotes tourism in the Union Territory by incentivising destination weddings organised through local MSME service providers by reimbursing the GST component paid by clients.

The scheme "Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP)" Interventions is an initiative launched by the Government of India with assistance from the World Bank to enhance the performance of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the country. RAMP aims to improve the productivity, competitiveness, and resilience of MSMEs through a comprehensive set of reforms, capacity-building measures, and improved access to finance and market opportunities. The scheme RAMP with "Intervention 4: Reimbursement of GST amount for promoting destination wedding" has been implemented by the Department of Industries, Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.

Through this scheme, to boost tourism in the UT, this intervention incentivises destination weddings hosted by local MSME service providers by reimbursing the GST component paid by clients. Eligible MSMEs can claim reimbursement of the actual GST amount or up to ₹ 5,00,000/- whichever is lesser, spread over two consecutive financial years. At least 25 MSMEs will be supported under this intervention.

• The unit must be Udyam registered with operations in the UT of DNH&DD.
• Eligibility of MSME units in the Manufacturing or Service sector, upon commencement of commercial production or service operations, shall be governed by the duration of operation criteria as outlined in the relevant intervention of the scheme.
• Eligibility of the MSME unit shall be subject to the detailed conditions specified under the respective scheme provisions.

This intervention aims to promote the tourism sector in the Union Territory by incentivising destination weddings organised through local MSME service providers. Under this intervention, MSMEs-Service Provider operating in the UT can claim reimbursement of the GST component paid by clients hosting destination weddings at their premises. This mechanism encourages clients to choose the UT as a wedding destination, thereby boosting tourism and related service sectors

> Quantum of Assistance (Reimbursement of GST):

• An eligible MSME shall be reimbursed the actual GST amount paid, or up to ₹5,00,000/- (Rupees Five Lakhs only), whichever is lower, for services rendered towards hosting destination weddings. The financial assistance shall be availed as a partial reimbursement spread across two consecutive financial years during the operative period of these guidelines.
• The reimbursement shall be settled on or before the 31st of March of each respective financial year, on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to the availability of funds. An eligible MSME may apply for reimbursement for two consecutive financial years during the operative period of these guidelines. Any unclaimed eligible amount from the first year may be carried forward to the following financial year, provided both years fall within the operative period
• A minimum of 25 MSMEs shall be eligible under this intervention.

> Conditions for Assistance (Reimbursement of GST):

• MSME must have hosted a destination wedding within UT territory during the operative period of these guidelines.
• Weddings held at non-commercial venues, including self-owned or family premises, and those involving MSME not registered under Udyam and GST, shall not qualify for reimbursement under this intervention.
• MSME must provide valid GST invoices raised for wedding-related services rendered.
• Following conditions to be followed by MSME for considering any wedding as destination wedding –

• Location Away from Home – The wedding must take place in a different city, state, or country from where the couple resides.
• Guest Travel Requirement – Guests usually need to travel and stay at the wedding destination.
• Venue Selection – Often held at resorts, hotels, heritage properties, beaches, mountains, or historical sites.
• Extended Celebrations – Destination weddings often span multiple days, including pre-wedding events, welcome dinners, and post-wedding brunches.