Delhi Bed & Breakfast Scheme Launching Again: Delhi government is set to bring back its Bed and Breakfast (B&B) scheme, taking motivation from the successful Bed & Breakfast Scheme in Goa. This new scheme aims to boost the homestay sector in national capital by offering better benefits and simpler processes for residents who wish to run B&B units.
Background of B&B Scheme in Delhi
Originally started in 2007, Delhi B&B scheme allowed residents to register their homes as Bed and Breakfast units within 30 days. These units provide affordable, home-like accommodation and food to visitors, promoting tourism and local business. However, over time, the scheme stopped working well because of the rise of platforms like Airbnb and other homestay options.
Current Status and Need for Revival
As of 2023, more than 2,200 rooms across 432 houses were registered under the scheme. Even with this, the increasing popularity of private homestays and online rental platforms has made original scheme less effective. Knowing this, Delhi government is now studying Goa’s Homestay and Bed & Breakfast Policy to adapt successful features for Delhi.
How to Apply for Delhi’s Bed & Breakfast Scheme Online?
You can apply online for the bed and breakfast scheme to register your homestay on the official portal at https://degs.org.in/dtd/BnB.
Features of Goa’s Model
- Money and non-money benefits for homestay operators.
- Simplified registration processes.
- Quality classification of homestays.
- Promotional support through state tourism platforms.
Goa’s policy has been praised for generating a big amount of business for homestays and has been suggested by Niti Aayog for adoption by other states.
Planned Changes and Benefits
Delhi government plans to revisit the scheme to address previous gaps. Proposed changes include:
- Providing benefits to homestay owners.
- Promising promotion through government tourism platforms.
- Introducing categorization of properties as either ‘homestay’ or ‘bed and breakfast’ centres.
These policy changes aim to encourage more residents to participate, improve quality standards, and boost tourism-related income in Delhi.
Timeline and Next Steps
The government expects to finalize and make the new policy framework solid within a month from October 2025. This revival is expected to refresh the homestay sector and provide a structured, supportive environment for B&B operators in Delhi.