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Soon, subsidy for pre-1950 heritage homes in UP
Lucknow: Homes built before 1950 that reflect Awadhi heritage may now be eligible for a 30% tourism subsidy, the Uttar Pradesh tourism department announced on Sunday. The scheme encourages homeowners to convert such properties into homestays for visitors to experience local culture.
The announcement came during the first anniversary event of the Facebook group 'Adab Arz Lucknow' at Halwasiya Court in Hazratganj.
Kirti, deputy director of the publicity and travel trade department, said the initiative aims to support heritage conservation while promoting tourism. She also noted that traditional dishes from the region may qualify for up to Rs 5 lakh in funding under a related scheme.
Group founder Iffat Ara shared her personal connection to the city, stating, "Wherever I go, I carry Lucknow with me."
She said the group seeks to revive the etiquettes and practices once common in Lucknow.
Chief guest Sudhir Shankar Halwasiya highlighted changes in the city's infrastructure, including improvements in airport facilities and cleanliness rankings. "Earlier, people here wanted our airport to be like those abroad. Now, foreigners admire ours," he said. Murli Dhar Ahuja, another speaker at the event, reflected on changing social attitudes in the city. The programme also saw screening of two short films and a performance by Dr Anoop Anand, who sang "Koi Fariyaad".
Members recognized for their involvement included Prof. Sabra Habib, A.K. Srivastava, Manish Malhotra, Rekha Kumar, Neha Parveen, Imrana Azmat, and Dr Anoop Anand.
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