Cabinet nod to 3 crore rural, urban houses
Chairing the maiden Cabinet meeting of his third term on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved government assistance for the construction of three crore rural and urban houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY).
Of the three crore houses, two crore will be constructed under PMAY-Gramin, while 1 crore under PMAY-Urban. After the Cabinet meeting an official source said, “It has been decided in the Cabinet meeting today to provide assistance to three crore additional rural and urban households for the construction of houses, to meet the housing requirements arising out of the increase in the number of eligible families.”
In a post on X, Modi said the Cabinet’s decision is a big step towards promoting dignified life and ease of living for crores of the countrymen. “Our government has today decided to expand the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and build 3 crore new houses in villages and cities. This decision also reflects our commitment to make the living standards of the people easier. This will not only fulfil the need of people for houses, but will also provide them a quality life. The expansion of PMAY also brings out our determination for development of all and social justice (Sabka Vikas aur Samaj Kalyan),” he said.