Uttar Pradesh Tourism launches first farm stay investment drive to boost agri-tourism

Uttar Pradesh has launched a first-of-its-kind farm stay initiative designed to transform villages into cultural hubs and promote agri-tourism in the state.

By inviting investors to develop farm stay accommodations, the scheme offers tourists the chance to experience authentic rural life—right from milking cows and harvesting crops to enjoying traditional meals with farming families.

For the first time, the Directorate of Tourism in Uttar Pradesh has opened proposals for developing farm stays across the state.

Unlike conventional homestays, these farm stays must be built on or near working farms, featuring at least two lettable rooms, a reception area, and immersive rural activities.

Tourism Minister Jaiveer Singh hailed the farm stay initiative as a “game-changer for rural tourism,” stressing that it is not just about creating farm accommodations but about “turning our villages into vibrant centers of culture, livelihood, and learning.”

The programme supports the state’s larger vision of promoting rural tourism by giving visitors a chance to experience authentic farm life and warm village hospitality.

With the growing demand for meaningful, off-the-beaten-path travel, Uttar Pradesh is well-positioned to offer tourists a unique and immersive journey into the heart of rural India.