J&K L-G launches construction of 530 new homes for calamity-hit families in Ramban, Udhampur
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Vulnerable sections (SC/ST, minorities, disabled, elderly, children)· Prelims·
Why in news
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant-Governor Manoj Sinha announced the construction of 530 new homes for calamity-hit families in Ramban and Udhampur to provide housing for flood and shelling victims.
Background
HRDS India will fund the construction of 189 three-bedroom prefabricated smart homes in Ramban at a cost of ₹18 crores. The Union Territory aims to complete a total of 1,500 homes for victims of floods and shelling within six months.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact189 prefabricated smart homes to be constructed in Ramban at a cost of ₹18 crores
- FactTotal target of 1,500 homes across Jammu and Kashmir for flood and shelling victims
- SchemePradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-4) allocated ₹355 crores to Ramban and ₹328.51 crores to Udhampur
- PlaceRamban and Udhampur are districts in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of prefabricated housing and infrastructure development in disaster-prone regions of India to ensure resilient rehabilitation of affected populations.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Logistical efficiency: Use of prefabricated smart homes toaccelerate rehabilitation timelines in disaster-hit zones
- Fiscal federalism: Allocation of central funds under PMGSY-4 for rural connectivity in hilly terrains
Keywords: Disaster Resilience · Prefabricated Housing · Rural Connectivity · Rehabilitation · Infrastructure Development
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