The Interim Budget 2024 has set the stage for a transformative fiscal year.
Boosting Local Tourism and Entrepreneurship
Interest-Free Tourism Loans: States receive interest-free loans for iconic tourist centers, emphasizing branding and marketing to stimulate employment and support local businesses.
Quality-Based Rating Framework: Establishment of a rating system based on facilities and services quality, encouraging states to develop tourism infrastructure and enhance their attractiveness.
Economic Stimulus for Local Businesses: Loans distributed on a matching basis to boost local businesses like hotels and restaurants, fostering economic growth and job creation.
Attracting Foreign Investment through Bilateral Treaties
Bilateral Investment Treaties: The Ministry negotiates treaties ensuring fair treatment for foreign investors, attracting foreign direct investment and stabilizing inflation through minimum guarantees.
Smooth Repatriation of Funds: Agreements facilitate the smooth repatriation of funds, enhancing India's appeal as a stable and lucrative investment destination.
Economic Stability and Growth: Attracting foreign direct investment contributes to economic growth, stability, and development through bilateral investment treaties with global partners.
Sustainable Energy Initiatives and Connectivity
Rooftop Solarization Scheme: A scheme providing free electricity for one crore households, promoting savings, surplus energy sale, and encouraging electric vehicle adoption.
Enhanced Infrastructure and Connectivity: Allocation of 3.4% of GDP for infrastructure development, focusing on economic railway corridors, airport expansions, and transit-oriented development.
Green Energy Promotion: Initiatives like mandatory blending of compressed biogas and bio-manufacturing schemes promote sustainable practices, aiming for a greener and more connected India.