The Union cabinet approved assistance for 3 crore more houses under PMAY in its first meeting under Modi 3.0, attended by newly inducted ministers at PM Modi's residence.
Cabinet decided to assist 3 crore more rural and urban households to meet rising housing demands, officials stated.
PMAY has been providing housing assistance since 2015, ensuring basic amenities for eligible households.
4.21 crore houses have been completed for eligible families in the last 10 years under PMAY.
Houses under PMAY include basic amenities like toilets, LPG, electricity, and tap connections, through scheme convergence.
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