MHADA to Build 8 Lakh Affordable Homes in Maharashtra Over Next Five Years
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who also oversees the housing and urban development portfolio, announced that the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) will construct 8 lakh affordable homes across the state in the ne
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Shinde made this announcement at the housing lottery event held to announce the winners of 2,147 affordable homes and 117 plots in the Konkan division.
Speaking at the event, Shinde said that MHADA will build 8 lakh affordable homes across the state in several income categories over the next five years.
He highlighted that people's trust in MHADA has increased due to its transparent lottery system, with more than 31,000 applications received for the 2,147 houses in the present lottery.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many affordable homes will MHADA construct in the next five years?
MHADA will construct 8 lakh affordable homes across Maharashtra in the next five years.
What is the transparent lottery system implemented by MHADA?
MHADA uses a transparent lottery system to allocate affordable homes, ensuring a fair and equitable distribution process.
Where are the affordable homes for the MHADA lottery 2025 located?
The homes are located in Thane city and district, including Kalyan, Titwala, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg's Oras, Vengurla, and Malvan.
How often will MHADA conduct housing lotteries?
MHADA plans to conduct two housing lotteries annually to increase the availability of affordable homes.
What is the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)?
The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) is a government initiative aimed at providing affordable housing to all by 2022, focusing on the economically weaker sections and lower income groups.
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