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Probe Ordered into PMAY Housing Project’s CRZ Violations in Kharghar

NAVI MUMBAI: The Union Environment Ministry has instructed Maharashtra to investigate claims of violations of Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) guidelines concerning the multi-tower Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) housing project in Kharghar. Environmental advocates raised concerns that the construction is too close to mangroves and the high-tide line. Environmental groups have expressed that the project, which is set to accommodate nearly 10,000 families and small businesses, was constructed in an area prone to tidal flooding. They argue that warnings about rising sea levels were disregarded during both planning and execution phases. B N Kumar, Director of NatConnect Foundation, stated that…

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Urban Population Growth Challenges Urbanization, Says Housing Minister

BENGALURU: Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar remarked on Thursday that urbanization has become a pressing issue due to the swift increase in city populations. The Centre has initiated regional meetings to tackle various urban development challenges. “Urbanization is a significant concern these days as urban populations continue to grow,” Khattar informed reporters following a regional meeting with representatives from Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Lakshadweep. The Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs mentioned that the discussions covered topics such as road infrastructure, drainage systems, mobility, and metro rail projects, incorporating demands and suggestions from the involved states. “The meeting…

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Orissa HC Rescinds Inquiry, Restores PMAY-G Benefits

CUTTACK: The Orissa High Court has overturned a government inquiry report that deemed several beneficiaries ineligible for the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Gramin (PMAY-G). The court ruled the inquiry did not adhere to established guidelines and was therefore invalid. Ten residents from Gopinathpur panchayat in Bhadrak district challenged the government’s decision to deny them PMAY-G benefits. An initial block-level inquiry identified 258 eligible beneficiaries, including the petitioners, with the gram sabha approving their names on January 30, 2023. Consequently, work orders were issued on June 19, 2023, and some beneficiaries received the first installment of ₹40,000. However, Malatilata Sahoo, a village…

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₹3 Crore PMAY 2.0 Approved for 117 Families in Una, Himachal

UNA: Financial assistance amounting to approximately Rs 3 crore has been sanctioned for 117 eligible families in Una, Himachal Pradesh, as part of the second phase of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) 2.0, an official announced on Saturday. Each beneficiary is set to receive Rs 2.5 lakh in four installments upon the completion of their construction work, according to Manoj Kumar, Joint Commissioner of Una Municipal Corporation. The official urged beneficiaries to commence construction without delay, abide by the scheme’s guidelines, and ensure that the work is completed within a year. Eligible families may also apply through the unified…

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348 Neemuch Families Get Dream Homes This Diwali: CM

BHOPAL: On Saturday, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav expressed that there is no greater joy than owning a home, as 348 families in Neemuch geared up to celebrate Diwali in houses constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. Speaking to the beneficiaries virtually from Samatva Bhavan, Yadav highlighted that PM Narendra Modi’s vision of providing homes for every citizen has changed the lives of over 4 crore people nationwide. “This Diwali is the most beautiful in their lives as they will celebrate it in their new homes. The dream of 348 families in Neemuch is coming true,” he remarked. To date,…

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UT Chief Secretary Reviews Chandigarh Housing Board Operations

Representative AI image CHANDIGARH: H Rajesh Prasad, the UT Chief Secretary, led an extensive review meeting of the Chandigarh Housing Board (CHB) on Friday. The agenda aimed to boost innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and increase accountability within the organization. A comprehensive presentation covered staff strength, recovery of outstanding dues, and other operational aspects of CHB. Highlighting CHB’s crucial role in providing housing for Chandigarh residents, the Chief Secretary urged the Board to develop a detailed plan showcasing its contribution to the city’s progress. He also emphasized the need for innovative housing schemes that align with urban development goals. In light…

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Centre Approves 1.41 Lakh New Houses under PMAY-Urban 2.0

File photo NEW DELHI: The Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has sanctioned the construction of an additional 141,000 houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban 2.0, bringing the total of approved housing units under this scheme to over 1 million. According to a statement, this decision was made during a meeting of the Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee (CSMC), chaired by Housing and Urban Affairs Secretary Srinivas Katikithala, on Wednesday. The new approvals span 14 states and Union Territories, including Assam, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Jammu and Kashmir, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, Meghalaya, Haryana, Odisha, Uttarakhand, and…

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Prayagraj agency receives 63,000 PMAY home applications

PRAYAGRAJ: Over 63,000 individuals have submitted applications for homes through the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), reported Pratibha Srivastava, project director of the District Urban Development Agency (DUDA). The agency aims to provide homes to 1.2 lakh residents of Sangam City, and is currently in the process of screening applications. Last year, 26,437 eligible applicants received housing under the scheme. Srivastava anticipates an increase in applicants. So far, 20,000 applications have been screened, with 70% deemed eligible. The screening of the remaining applications is ongoing, and DUDA will accommodate all eligible applicants. In addition to DUDA, the Prayagraj Development Authority,…

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Kerala Govt Ensures Steady Funds for Life Mission Houses

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: M B Rajesh, the local self-government and excise minister, assured the assembly on Wednesday that the state government is dedicated to resolving delays in fund disbursements for housing construction under the Life Mission project, emphasizing significant progress made thus far. In response to a query from Congress MLA P C Vishnunath, Rajesh reported that since the project’s initiation in 2017 until September 16, 2025, 595,536 beneficiaries have been identified. Out of this number, 462,412 families now occupy completed homes, while an additional 133,124 houses are in various stages of construction. “By the end of the current government’s tenure, over…

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UP Government Approves ₹736 Crore for PMAY Urban Housing

LUCKNOW: On Friday, the state government announced its budget for housing projects under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) for the 2025-26 financial year, allocating Rs 736 crore to provide housing for urban poor families across the state. This scheme aims to offer accommodation to underprivileged and economically weaker families, with joint efforts from both central and state governments. Once a family qualifies, grants and subsidies will be provided to assist them financially. Documentation, including geo-tagging and photographs of the home at various construction stages, will be uploaded to claim these benefits. Published On Sep 13, 2025 at 03:07 PM…