News Topic:Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana
J&K
J-K bags top awards under PMAY-URBAN during IUHC 2022
Jammu and Kashmir has won top awards in the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-Urban) during “India Urban Housing Conclave 2022”.
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India
Union Cabinet approves extension of PMAY-Urban till December 2024
Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) Housing for All Mission up to December 31, 2024.
J&K
PMAY-U beneficiaries can now avail Rs. 3.66 lakh for new constructions
The Administrative Council approved proposal of the Housing & Urban Development Department to provide interest-free loan up to Rs. 2 lakhs.
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