Tag: Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana

Balodabazar–Bhatapara district has emerged as the top performer in Chhattisgarh under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin) for 2025–26. With more than 26,800 houses sanctioned and over 20,000 constructions already underway, the district has set a new benchmark in rural housing delivery, supported by strong administrative leadership and enthusiastic community participation.

Rajnandgaon Collector Jitendra Yadav honoured officials and staff for exemplary work in groundwater conservation and effective implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, calling their efforts vital for sustainable rural development.

During a field inspection in Tilaiwar and Tappa villages, District Panchayat CEO Suruchi Singh urged beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Gramin to immediately begin construction of their pending houses. She directed local officials to ensure timely availability of construction materials and skilled labour.

A total of 12 long-term tenant families in Rajnandgaon were allotted permanent homes under the ‘Mor Makan Mor Aas’ scheme through a lottery conducted by the Municipal Corporation. With this, 229 families have now secured housing under the initiative, which aims to provide affordable homes to eligible urban households.

A unique initiative in Mohla district is empowering rural youth through masonry training under the PMAY-G scheme. Spearheaded by Collector Tulika Prajapati, the program is simultaneously creating self-employment opportunities and accelerating the completion of dream homes for villagers.

At the weekly Jan Darshan in Rajnandgaon, Collector Dr. Sarveshwar Narendra Bhure heard public grievances ranging from pensions and housing to land records and Aadhaar updates. He directed officials to resolve applications promptly and extend government scheme benefits to all eligible citizens.

Acting Collector and CEO of Zila Panchayat, Mrs. Bharti Chandrakar, participated in the 'Gramin Awas Pragati Sabha' organized at Sitagaon and Karekatta villages under Manpur block. The initiative aims to resolve issues faced by rural housing beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and ensure timely completion of construction through technical guidance and local capacity building.

During the weekly Jan Darshan public hearing held at the District Collectorate, Rajnandgaon Collector Dr. Sarveshwar Narendra Bhure personally listened to grievances from citizens across the district. He directed officials to resolve applications promptly and ensure eligible individuals receive the benefits of government schemes, especially those who travel from remote areas.

In the remote tribal village of Bortalav, Rajnandgaon district, the life of daily-wage worker Shweta Bai changed with the gift of a permanent home under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin). The newly constructed house, complete with a toilet, has brought stability, dignity, and relief from years of hardship during monsoons.

Under the 'Mor Makan Mor Aas' scheme, 21 families were allotted low-cost homes via a lottery draw in Rajnandgaon, bringing the total number of families benefitting from the scheme to 188.

As part of the ongoing 'Sushasan Tihar', Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh participated in a mega solution camp in village Tedsera, where he inaugurated and laid the foundation for 22 development works worth ₹1.21 crore. Multiple welfare benefits, including housing, sanitation, and health cards, were distributed to the villagers under various central and state schemes.

Under the ‘Mor Makan Mor Aas’ initiative, a component of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), long-term tenants in Rajnandgaon are now being offered their own permanent homes at affordable, government-determined rates. With 1,282 multi-storey houses fully constructed in areas like Lakhouli, Pendri, Mohara, and Rewadeeh, and another 648 units under various stages of construction, the Rajnandgaon Municipal Corporation is set to conduct a lottery on 15 May 2025 to allocate these homes.