Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Interventions: Reimbursement of GST Amount for Promoting Destination Wedding- DNH&DD

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

1. 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.
2. 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
3. A minimum of 25 MSMEs shall be eligible under this intervention.

1. MSME must have hosted a destination wedding within UT territory during the operative period of these guidelines.
2. 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.
3. MSME must provide valid GST invoices raised for wedding-related services rendered.
4. 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.