ITDC Tribal Homestay Programme is a new initiative launched by the India Tourism Development Corporation under the Ministry of Tourism, in partnership with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. The programme was inaugurated in New Delhi to support tribal homestay owners and promote community-based tourism across India.

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Skill Development and Sustainable Tourism

The ITDC Tribal Homestay Programme focuses on improving the skills of tribal homestay owners. It aims to raise service quality, offer better experiences to visitors, and create stable income opportunities for tribal communities. Training is being provided by IHM Ashok, which is the education wing of ITDC.

Participants are learning important hospitality skills such as guest handling, cleanliness, food service, and basic management. This will help tribal areas become part of India’s growing tourism sector.

Participation and Key Highlights

The first batch of the programme includes 40 participants from states like Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Gujarat. Senior officials from both ministries attended the launch event.

A major highlight was the release of the “Tribal Homestay Operation & Development Manual 2026.” This manual gives simple guidance on how to run and improve homestays. It has been translated into Hindi and Gujarati so more people can use it easily.

Growing Demand for Experiential Tourism

Today, many travellers prefer peaceful and nature-based trips instead of crowded tourist places. The ITDC Tribal Homestay Programme supports this trend by offering visitors a chance to stay with local families and experience tribal culture.

Homestays also help solve the problem of limited hotels in remote areas. Tourists can stay longer and enjoy local traditions, food, and lifestyle, especially in tribal and hilly regions.

Inclusive Growth and Future Expansion

The ITDC Tribal Homestay Programme supports inclusive development by creating jobs and income in tribal areas. ITDC plans to train around 1,500 people under this initiative. These trained participants can later teach others in their communities, helping the programme grow further.

This initiative shows strong cooperation between different government ministries. It not only promotes tourism but also protects tribal culture and improves the lives of local people.