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Hans India
7 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Chhattisgarh: PMAY-G fulfilling dreams of poor in Kawardha, bringing shelter and dignity
Raipur: The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G), the flagship housing scheme initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is transforming lives across Chhattisgarh, particularly in the Kawardha district. Designed to ensure that no one is left without a roof over their head, the scheme is bringing hope and happiness to thousands of underprivileged families by helping them build permanent homes. When the IANS team visited these villages to assess the on-ground impact of PMAY, the residents shared stories of how their lives had changed since receiving housing assistance under the scheme. Shaligram, a beneficiary of the scheme, said: "It's been almost 10 years since we received our house through PMAY. Earlier, we lived in makeshift shelters, but now, thanks to the Prime Minister's initiative, we own a permanent house. It's a dream come true." Ganesh Giri, another beneficiary, recalled his previous hardships. "We used to live in a kutcha house. Three years ago, we got a pucca house through PMAY. Our lives have changed completely. It's not just about having a roof—it's about security, dignity, and hope." Kanti, a woman from the same village, expressed deep gratitude. "We used to live in slums, facing constant difficulties. But now we have a permanent home. The Prime Minister has given us more than a house—he has given us stability. We will always be thankful." Another resident echoed similar sentiments: "Living in kutcha houses was full of challenges—leaks, heat, cold, and lack of safety. Today, we are proud homeowners. We never imagined owning a pucca house, and it's all thanks to this scheme." Shyam Sundar acknowledged the financial support: "We received the funds directly in our bank accounts to build our houses. The process was transparent and smooth. The Prime Minister has truly done a great favour for families like ours.' Madan, yet another beneficiary, emphasised the peace that comes with a secure home: "Earlier, our kutcha house would collapse during heavy rains. Now, our whole family sleeps peacefully in a strong, permanent house. This has been life-changing." Launched in two parts—Urban in 2015 and Gramin in 2016—the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana was born out of Prime Minister Modi's vision to eliminate homelessness and provide pucca houses for all by 2022. Since then, the scheme has evolved into one of the world's most ambitious housing missions. Under PMAY-Gramin, which began on November 20, 2016, the government has implemented a meticulous three-step process to identify beneficiaries: verification through the Socio-Economic Caste Census (SECC) 2011, Awaas+ survey (2018), and final approval by Gram Sabhas. Geo-tagging, digital monitoring, and Direct Benefit Transfers (DBT) have ensured transparency and efficiency in fund disbursal. To suit regional needs, the scheme supports locally appropriate housing designs, focusing on disaster-resilient construction. More than just a housing mission, PMAY-G has created skilled employment through the training of nearly 3 lakh rural masons, boosting livelihoods in addition to shelter. Originally aimed at constructing 2.95 crore houses by 2023-24, PMAY has now expanded its goal. On August 9, 2024, the Union Cabinet approved the construction of two crore additional houses under the scheme, with a financial outlay of Rs 3,06,137 crore for the period 2024–29 and Rs 54,500 crore allocated for the financial year 2024–25. Financial assistance for beneficiaries continues at Rs 1.20 lakh per house in plain areas and Rs 1.30 lakh in hilly and northeastern regions, as well as Union Territories such as Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. As of November 19, 2024, a staggering 3.21 crore houses have been sanctioned, with 2.67 crore already completed, demonstrating the government's unwavering commitment to bridging India's housing gap. PMAY-G also prioritises women's empowerment, with 74 per cent of houses either solely or jointly registered in the name of women, promoting gender equity in property ownership. The scheme now aspires to achieve 100 per cent female ownership.
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Business Standard
23-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Uttar Pradesh to invest ₹22K cr to boost rural economy, double farm income
The investment will focus on strengthening essential infrastructure and services across various sectors, including employment generation, sanitation, and agricultural development Virendra Singh Rawat Lucknow The Yogi Adityanath-led government is set to invest nearly ₹22,000 crore to revamp the state's rural economy to double farm income and boost economic activities in the backwaters of Uttar Pradesh. The investment will focus on strengthening essential infrastructure and services across various sectors, including employment generation, sanitation, and agricultural development. 'The composite investment of ₹22,000 crore will be made under central and state schemes to improve the rural landscape for sustained socio-economic development,' a senior official said. Of the total outlay, ₹10,500 crore will be sourced from centrally sponsored schemes, while the remaining ₹11,500 crore will be funded by the state government. The roadmap aims to ensure that rural areas are integrated into the mainstream of development. Recently, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath instructed officials to adopt a holistic development model for villages, ensuring the provision of all essential citizen-centric amenities. Sanitation projects worth ₹2,000 crore under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin) will include solid and liquid waste management, strengthening of village sanitation committees, and public awareness campaigns.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Modi govt has given Maha 10 times more than UPA: CM
Mumbai: Maharashtra benefited greatly in the 10 years of the Modi-led NDA govt than under the 10 years of UPA, CM Devendra Fadnavis said. Addressing a press conference on Tuesday in the city as the Modi govt completed one year of its third term in office, Fadnavis said Maharashtra received Rs 1.23 lakh crore from the UPA govt in 10 years, while the Modi govt gave Rs 10.5 lakh crore, which was ten times over. "With the cooperation of the Modi govt, infrastructure projects worth Rs 6 lakh crore are ongoing in the state. Railway projects worth Rs 1.75 lakh crore are underway in the state. The Modi govt provided more funds for railways in one year than the UPA did in 10 years," he said, adding 30 lakh new houses have been approved for rural Maharashtra under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin). "The first list of 20 lakh homes will be completed this year, and the Centre has suggested we prepare a new list of beneficiaries. This work will begin soon," he said. Listing out schemes implemented in the last decade, Fadnavis said direct benefits worth Rs 42 lakh crore have been provided so far, which include 81 crore people receiving free food since the pandemic, construction of 12 crore toilets, loans worth Rs 14,700 crore disbursed under the Mudra Yojana and Standup India and 55 crore new Jan Dhan accounts that were opened. He said 51 crore people benefited from the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana, and 77 crore accounts were registered under Ayushman Bharat. Pointing to the inclusive face of the Modi govt, Fadnavis said 60% ministers belong to Scheduled Castes and Tribes. He stated 45% beneficiaries in the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, 58% of various scholarships, and 51% in the Mudra Yojana are SC and ST. "Direct benefits to the underprivileged have lifted 25 crore people above the poverty line," he said. Comparing benefits obtained under UPA and NDA govts, Fadnavis said that in 10 years, the agricultural sector has grown fivefold. "Under the PM Kisan Yojana, Rs 3.7 lakh crore have been transferred to accounts of 11 crore farmers. The UPA govt announced a loan waiver of Rs 80,000 crore, the Modi govt provided Rs 3.7 lakh crore," he said. Women too have greatly benefitted with 3 crore 'lakhpati didis' across the country, 90 lakh self-help groups engaging 10 crore women, and paid maternity leave up from 12 weeks to 26 weeks, he said.
Time of India
07-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Goa to submit eco-sensitive plan to Centre, seeks fresh survey under PMAY
PANAJI : Chief minister Pramod Sawant on Friday said that Goa aims to be the first state to prepare and submit an eco-sensitive plan to the Centre. 'Goa will be the first state to submit an eco-sensitive zone plan to the Centre. We are working on sustainable development; there is no haphazard management,' said Sawant at the regional rural workshop for the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (Gramin). Sawant said that Goa govt is formulating schemes so that even people from the OBC and economically weaker sections can get proper houses in Goa. 'Under the PMAY , we have just 250 beneficiaries. Of those more than 240 houses were already built. But there is a need to conduct a fresh survey under this scheme,' said Sawant. He said that some of the prospective beneficiaries migrated to other states, while there are some people who did not qualify for the scheme even though they required houses. 'There are some people who are living in a joint family, and they cannot benefit from these schemes. We need to expand this scheme, extend the benefits, but these people must settle in the villages and not in the towns,' said Sawant. The chief minister said that people must be encouraged to stay in the villages. 'If people migrate from villages to towns, the ecosystem will be disturbed. For this ecosystem not to get disturbed, people must be encouraged to stay in the villages. I am sure the Centre will think about this too. It is necessary that people get houses in their own villages,' he said. Sawant said that Goa is the first state to ensure that all central schemes reach every citizen in the state. 'We succeeded in taking all the schemes to at least 90% of the people. There may be a few people who were not able to benefit from the schemes,' he said.
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Goa to submit eco-sensitive plan to Centre, seeks fresh survey under PMAY
**TO GO WITH STORY** Panjim: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant speaks during inauguration of the Regional Rural Workshop under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (Gramin), in Panjim. (PTI Photo)(PTI06_06_2025_000226B) Panaji: Chief minister Pramod Sawant on Friday said that Goa aims to be the first state to prepare and submit an eco-sensitive plan to the Centre. 'Goa will be the first state to submit an eco-sensitive zone plan to the Centre. We are working on sustainable development; there is no haphazard management,' said Sawant at the regional rural workshop for the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (Gramin). Sawant said that Goa govt is formulating schemes so that even people from the OBC and economically weaker sections can get proper houses in Goa. 'Under the PMAY, we have just 250 beneficiaries. Of those more than 240 houses were already built. But there is a need to conduct a fresh survey under this scheme,' said Sawant. He said that some of the prospective beneficiaries migrated to other states, while there are some people who did not qualify for the scheme even though they required houses. 'There are some people who are living in a joint family, and they cannot benefit from these schemes. We need to expand this scheme, extend the benefits, but these people must settle in the villages and not in the towns,' said Sawant. The chief minister said that people must be encouraged to stay in the villages. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like They Lost Their Money - Learn From Their Lesson Expertinspector Click Here Undo 'If people migrate from villages to towns, the ecosystem will be disturbed. For this ecosystem not to get disturbed, people must be encouraged to stay in the villages. I am sure the Centre will think about this too. It is necessary that people get houses in their own villages,' he said. Sawant said that Goa is the first state to ensure that all central schemes reach every citizen in the state. 'We succeeded in taking all the schemes to at least 90% of the people. There may be a few people who were not able to benefit from the schemes,' he said. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
