How do I get my Darjeeling industrial unit recognised under the state industrial promotion scheme?

Detailed Legal Analysis

Recognition of your Darjeeling industrial unit under the state industrial promotion scheme is granted by the state Industries Department under West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act 1997, which provides incentives such as capital subsidy, tax exemption, and power concession for eligible units. You must apply on the state single-window portal with the project report, the Udyam registration, the environmental clearance, and the land and power documents, and the Department verifies the eligibility before issuing the recognition letter.

The Calcutta High Court has held that the Department must process applications within the timeline prescribed by the scheme and cannot withhold incentives on arbitrary grounds. After recognition, you must comply with the investment and employment thresholds and file periodic returns under West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act 1997 to retain the incentive.

Engage a consultant to prepare the project report and the claim, as the incentive is often delayed due to incomplete documentation and mismatched investment figures.