Introduction to Patna's Housing Initiative
The government of Bihar is starting a big project to give everyone in the city a place to live by August 2025. This plan matches the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Shahri (PMAY-S), a big government plan to offer affordable homes all over India.
Main Points of the Initiative
- Houses Being Built: Right now, there are 264,604 houses being built in urban Bihar.
- Finished Houses: We've reached a big goal with 148,630 houses already done.
- Ongoing Projects: We're also working on 117,974 more houses, showing the government's dedication to meeting the goal.
Survey and Inclusivity
To make sure everyone is included, the government is offering indigent people who don't have a house yet. This survey should be done by February 2025, target to help all eligible people.
Financial Help and Support
The housing plans offer different financial help packages:
- Landowners: Get Rs 2 lakh for building a house, shared between the central and state governments.
- Slum Dwellers: Getting help through programs to move families to safe homes.
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): Special support through real estate plans to make sure housing is affordable.
Challenges and Solutions
Even though there are some engineering problems, the government is using the knowledge of retired engineers and hiring junior engineers to make the building process smoother.
By doing these things, Bihar is ready to make city life much better for its people, ensuring a brighter future for everyone.