Employment Opportunities Under Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana- Gramin

The Ministry of Rural Development is implementing the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana- Gramin (PMAY-G) to achieve 'Housing for All' in rural areas by constructing 4.95 crore pucca houses by 2029. As of August 2025, 4.12 crore houses have been allotted, with 2.83 crore completed. The scheme has created significant employment opportunities, generating around 568 crore person-days of work and training 2.97 lakh candidates in masonry. It also provides additional benefits like water and electricity connections to beneficiaries.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link