CM Mohan Charan Majhi to construct 2,91,666 additional houses under Antyodaya Gruha Yojana
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Poverty, hunger & nutrition· Prelims·
Housing for the poor: a GS2 case study on poverty alleviation and rural infrastructure development.
Why in news
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced the construction of 2,91,666 additional houses under the Antyodaya Gruha Yojana by extending the scheme's tenure to 2029.
Background
The scheme has a total outlay of ₹7,550 crore. New homes will be funded for beneficiaries receiving ₹48,500 or less, with ₹3,500 crore diverted from repairs to new construction.
Facts for Prelims
- FactAntyodaya Gruha Yojana: Target of 2,91,666 additional houses announced on October 15, 2026
- FactAntyodaya Gruha Yojana: Total outlay remains at ₹7,550 crore
- FactAntyodaya Gruha Yojana: Eligibility for new homes includes beneficiaries receiving ₹48,500 or less
- FactAntyodaya Gruha Yojana: Completion incentives of ₹35,000 for five months and ₹20,000 for seven months
Prelims practice question
What is the total outlay for the Antyodaya Gruha Yojana as mentioned in the announcement?
- (a)₹7,550 crore
- (b)₹10,000 crore
- (c)₹5,000 crore
- (d)₹12,500 crore
Show answer
Answer: (a) ₹7,550 crore — The note states that the scheme has a total outlay of ₹7,550 crore.
For Mains
Q. Examine how targeted housing schemes like Antyodaya Gruha Yojana contribute to poverty alleviation and rural infrastructure development in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Fiscal reallocation: Balancing maintenance of existing housing stock against the demand for new residential units
- Incentive-based completion: Addressing construction delays through tiered financial rewards for timely project delivery
Keywords: poverty alleviation · rural infrastructure · fiscal outlay · housing security · targeted intervention
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