The Government said more than two crore eighty two lakh houses have been completed under Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G). The scheme was launched in 2016 to provide ‘Housing for All’ in rural areas. The scheme also helped eligible rural families with the construction of pucca houses with basic facilities such as a kitchen and toilet. It has significantly improved rural housing by reducing poverty, enhancing living standards, and promoting social and economic development.

As of August this year, a total target of 4.12 crore has been allocated by the Rural Development Ministry to States and Union Territories. Out of which 3.85 crore houses have been sanctioned, and more than 2.82 crore houses have been completed.