NAREDCO Proposes September 17 as 'Right to Housing Day' to Mark PM Modi's 75th Birthday
The National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) has proposed observing September 17 as 'Right to Housing Day' to coincide with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 75th birthday. The initiative aims to highlight the importance of affordable housing and strengthen the government’s 'Housing for All' vision.
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The letter, written by Niranjan Hiranandani, Chairman of NAREDCO India, hails the government’s housing and tax reforms, calling them transformative for both the economy and society. It acknowledges the Prime Minister’s efforts in steering schemes such as the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), under which more than 4 crore homes have been built, offering security and dignity to families across the country.
At the same time, the broader mission of “Housing for All” — first envisioned as part of India’s development roadmap — remains an unfinished agenda. Millions still aspire to affordable and adequate housing, and challenges relating to land availability, urban infrastructure, and financial viability continue to slow progress. Industry observers often note that while significant strides have been made, universal housing is still some distance away.
Against this backdrop, NAREDCO’s letter strikes a tone of gratitude and support, framing its proposal as a gesture of thanks on the Prime Minister’s landmark birthday. “Under your extraordinary leadership, India’s real estate sector has undergone a historic transformation,” Hiranandani wrote, highlighting that reforms such as RERA and GST have brought transparency, accountability, and customer focus to the industry.
The council said dedicating September 17 as Right to Housing Day would be a fitting tribute to PM Modi’s vision of an inclusive and empowered India. NAREDCO also pledged to work in partnership with the government to help achieve the larger mission, stating: “We solemnly pledge to champion this noble mission, working shoulder to shoulder with your government to ensure that every Indian has access to adequate and dignified housing.”
If accepted, the proposal would mark the first national observance dedicated to housing rights — a symbolic recognition of both the government’s efforts so far and the work still needed to make Housing for All a reality.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NAREDCO proposing?
NAREDCO is proposing to observe September 17 as 'Right to Housing Day' to coincide with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 75th birthday.
Why is NAREDCO making this proposal?
The proposal aims to highlight the importance of affordable housing and to recognize the government’s efforts in the 'Housing for All' mission.
What is the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)?
The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) is a government scheme aimed at providing affordable housing to all, under which more than 4 crore homes have been built.
What challenges remain in achieving 'Housing for All'?
Challenges such as land availability, urban infrastructure, and financial viability continue to slow progress towards universal housing.
What reforms have been mentioned in the proposal?
The proposal mentions reforms such as RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority) and GST (Goods and Services Tax), which have brought transparency and accountability to the real estate sector.
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