Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis recently unveiled a housing project to build 12,000 homes for dabbawalas and cobblers under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) over the next three years. The initiative, overseen by the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA), will be supported by a memorandum of understanding with developers. Priyanka Homes Realty will provide a 30-acre plot, and Naman Builders will develop the project on a no-profit-no-loss basis. Each 500 sq ft home will be priced at INR 25 lakh, making homeownership more accessible for these communities and improving their living conditions.
Last week, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis revealed a significant housing initiative aimed at benefiting dabbawalas and members of the cobbler community. Over the next three years, 12,000 new homes will be constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), a government programme designed to provide affordable housing. According to a release from Fadnavis's office, the initiative is set to be supported by a memorandum of understanding signed with developers, marking a crucial step in its launch. This ambitious project will be overseen by the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA).
Priyanka Homes Realty will contribute a 30-acre plot of land for the development, while Naman Builders will be responsible for executing the project on a no-profit-no-loss basis. This means the builders will not seek to profit from the project but will ensure it is completed efficiently and transparently.
The homes, each spanning 500 square feet, will be priced at INR 25 lakh, making them a feasible option for the targeted communities. This pricing is expected to make homeownership accessible to many who have long aspired to own their own homes but have struggled to afford them.
In his statement, Fadnavis emphasised that this initiative will fulfil a long-standing aspiration of the dabbawalas, who are renowned for their role in Mumbai's tiffin delivery system. By providing affordable housing, the project aims to improve their quality of life and offer stability and security to both the dabbawalas and the cobbler community.
This housing initiative marks a significant step towards enhancing the lives of dabbawalas and cobblers, two integral but often overlooked communities in Maharashtra. By providing affordable housing through a well-structured collaboration between government authorities and developers, the project addresses a critical need for stable and secure living conditions. The no-profit-no-loss approach by Naman Builders ensures that the project remains transparent and cost-effective, further benefiting the recipients. As these communities secure their own homes, the initiative not only fulfills a long-held dream but also contributes to greater social equity and community well-being in Mumbai.
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