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07 Jul 2023
JK Administration has successfully granted plots to a total of 2,711 landless families in Jammu and Kashmir. The allocation of land comes as part of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), aimed at providing affordable housing to those in need. An official statement revealed that the administration plans to continue providing land to eligible families based on the existing list. The administration is determined to address the backlog of land allotments and aims to complete the process by March 2024.Read more
13 Jun 2023
Jammu and Kashmir has been allocated an additional 1.99 lakh houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojna-Gramin (PMAY-G) scheme, the highest allocation among all Union Territories in India. This move aims to address the housing needs of the region and fulfil the aspirations of countless families. The allocation will significantly benefit those on the waiting list, providing them with permanent housing and contributing to socio-economic development. The implementation of the PMAY-G scheme in Jammu and Kashmir reflects the government's commitment to inclusive development and bridging urban-rural disparities.Read more
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10 May 2023
The Jammu and Kashmir Housing Board is set to allot 336 Low Income Group and Economically Weaker Section flats to non-locals under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) mission. The flats are available for a monthly rent of Rs. 2200 per flat for a period of three years which can be extended to five years under certain terms and conditions. The allotment will be made in three phases, and families with incomes below 3 lakhs per annum for EWS and less than 6 lakhs per annum for LIG are eligible to apply. The site is located near major industrial estates and educational and health infrastructure.Read more
08 May 2023
Investigations are ongoing into the devastating warehouse collapse in Bhiwandi, managed by MRK Foods Pvt Ltd, which claimed eight lives. Authorities are probing whether overloading contributed to the disaster. Additionally, substandard construction material is also suspected. The warehouse worker had previously warned about overstocking, which was ignored. The owner of the illegally constructed building has been arrested. The incident raises serious concerns about warehouse regulations and safety standards in India.Read more
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