On October 16, 2025, the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs approved the construction of 1.41 lakh additional homes under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-Urban) 2.0. With this move, the total sanctioned homes under the housing scheme have now crossed the 10,00,000 mark, underscoring the government's commitment to inclusive urban development.
The Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee (CSMC), chaired by Housing and Urban Affairs Secretary Srinivas Katikithala, approved the construction of 1.41 lakh new pucca houses. The announcement was made following a recent committee meeting. These homes are intended for eligible urban beneficiaries, especially those from economically vulnerable groups, to enhance their quality of life.
The newly sanctioned housing units span 14 states and union territories, including Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Odisha, Karnataka, Puducherry, Haryana, Assam, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jammu and Kashmir. This wide geographical spread ensures equitable development and housing access.
Katkithala emphasised the need to construct homes in areas with adequate infrastructure such as roads and public transport, assuring beneficiaries of ease of living. The ministry has also encouraged states and UTs to prioritise increasing occupancy rates while completing the housing units swiftly and effectively.
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Aligning with women's empowerment, PMAY-Urban 2.0 promotes ownership in the female head’s or the joint name in families. This not only secures shelter but also strengthens socio-economic inclusion. The scheme continues to play a key role in building an equitable and inclusive urban society.
The latest approval under PMAY-Urban 2.0 adds momentum to the mission of providing affordable housing for all in urban India. With over 10,00,000 homes sanctioned and special provisions like female ownership and infrastructure mapping, the scheme ensures progress with inclusivity.
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Published on: Oct 17, 2025, 1:37 PM IST
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