Maharashtra Government to Build 12,000 Homes for Dabbawalas in Mumbai

Maharashtra government signs MoU to construct 12,000 houses for dabbawalas in Mumbai under PMAY scheme

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Maharashtra Government to Build 12,000 Homes for Dabbawalas in Mumbai
Real Estate Maharashtra:The Maharashtra government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to construct 12,000 houses for dabbawalas and members of the 'charmakar' (cobbler) community in Mumbai under the Pradhan Mantri Aawas Yojana (PMAY) scheme.

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that the project will be implemented by the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) under the PMAY scheme of the Central government. A 30-acre plot will be provided by Priyanka Homes Realty, and Naman Builders will execute it on a no-profit-no-loss basis.

Under the scheme, 500 sq ft homes will be made available for ₹25 lakh. The dream of dabbawalas (tiffin-box carriers) to own houses will be fulfilled, according to a statement from Fadnavis's office.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many houses will be built for dabbawalas in Mumbai?

12,000 houses will be built for dabbawalas in Mumbai under the PMAY scheme.

Who will implement the housing project?

The project will be implemented by the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) under the PMAY scheme of the Central government.

How much will the 500 sq ft homes cost?

The 500 sq ft homes will be made available for ₹25 lakh.

What is the target of the Maharashtra government’s Interim Budget for 2024-2025?

The target is to construct 35 lakh affordable homes in the next five years through various housing schemes, including Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY).

How much has been allocated for the Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS)?

₹4,000 crore has been allocated for the Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS).

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