Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan approves 2.89 lakh houses under PMAY‑G in Rajasthan, allocating Rs 3,473 crore
Summary
- During a visit to Rajasthan, Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan announced approval for construction of 2.89 lakh pucca houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Rural (PMAY‑G).
- The project is funded with an outlay of Rs 3,473 crore.
- The allocation targets eligible rural households in Rajasthan, aiming to improve housing and basic amenities.
- The move aligns with the central government's "Housing for All" objective to be achieved by 2025.
- Implementation will be coordinated by the Ministry of Rural Development in partnership with state authorities.
Key Facts
- · Scheme: Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Rural (PMAY‑G)
- · Number of houses approved: 2.89 lakh
- · Financial outlay: Rs 3,473 crore
- · Announced by: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan
- · Location: Rajasthan
- · Goal: Achieve "Housing for All" by 2025
Why it matters
Providing solid housing in rural areas addresses basic human needs, reduces poverty, enhances health outcomes, and contributes to the government's broader agenda of inclusive development and the "Housing for All" target, thereby improving rural livelihoods and stimulating local economies.
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