Swachhata Hi Seva
The 'Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2025' campaign was launched by Union Minister Manohar Lal at the Bhalswa dumpsite in Delhi, marking a significant step towards its remediation. The initiative aims to transform the 70-acre landfill into a cleaner urban space, with the Municipal Corporation of Delhi and Delhi
Urban Development
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article emphasizing the government's consistent efforts in transforming Indian cities into cleaner, more efficient urban spaces. He highlighted improvements in housing, metro systems, and environmental sustainability, calling Indian cities 'engines of growth.' Source: Original Link
PMAY-U 2.0
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has approved an additional 1.47 lakh pucca houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0), bringing the total sanctioned houses to 8.56 lakh. This decision was made during the fourth meeting of the Central
Housing
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has extended the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) scheme until December 31, 2025, to provide housing assistance to urban beneficiaries, with a focus on persons with disabilities (PwDs). Although there is no formal reservation for PwDs, the scheme prioritizes their allotment. PMAY-U 2.
Affordable Housing
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has revamped the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban (PMAY-U) and launched PMAY-U 2.0, aiming to provide affordable housing to 1 crore additional beneficiaries over the next five years. The initiative includes four verticals: Beneficiary Led Construction, Affordable Housing in Partnership,
Light House Projects
The Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs has reported on the progress of six Light House Projects (LHPs) under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban (PMAY-U). These projects, utilizing innovative and sustainable construction technologies, aim to provide over 1,000 houses each in various states. The total project cost
Namo Bharat
The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has announced the Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), a high-speed transit initiative designed to connect key regional centers and reduce travel time. The trains will operate at speeds of up to 160 km/h, enhancing regional integration and generating employment opportunities.
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has been implementing the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban (PMAY-U) since June 25, 2015, to provide pucca houses with basic amenities to eligible urban beneficiaries. The scheme includes four verticals: Beneficiary Led Construction, Affordable Housing in Partnership, In-Situ Slum Redevelopment, and
Cybersecurity
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) held a National Conference on Making Cities Cyber Secure on July 18, 2025, in New Delhi, focusing on urban cybersecurity challenges and resilience. Key initiatives included city-level cybersecurity frameworks, mandatory Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), and cybersecurity audits. Over 300 delegates participated,
Pune Metro
The Union Cabinet has approved the Pune Metro Rail Project Phase-2, which includes two elevated corridors: Vanaz to Chandani Chowk (Corridor 2A) and Ramwadi to Wagholi/Vitthalwadi (Corridor 2B). Spanning 12.75 km with 13 stations, the project aims to enhance public transport in Pune, connecting key suburbs and integrating
PMAY-U 2.0
During the third meeting of the Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee (CSMC) on June 18, 2025, 2.35 lakh houses were approved for construction under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0). This brings the total sanctioned houses under PMAY-U 2.0 to 7.10 lakh.
Urban Development
Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, met with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in Srinagar to review the progress of various urban development schemes in Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting focused on enhancing infrastructure, promoting inclusive growth, and expediting key projects under initiatives like AMRUT, Smart Cities