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PM Awas Yojana Funds Reach 3,294 Varanasi Beneficiaries, Says DM

The District Magistrate of Varanasi announced the direct transfer of funds to 3,294 beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana 2.0. Each beneficiary received a first instalment of one lakh rupees, with permanent house construction slated to begin shortly. Separately, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted the state's progress in the health sector, noting a major increase in medical colleges. He also detailed the widespread issuance of Ayushman Bharat Golden Cards, providing health coverage to millions.

Key Points: PM Awas Yojana 2.0 Funds Transferred in Varanasi

  • Funds transferred to 3,294 beneficiaries
  • Rs 1 lakh first instalment each
  • Permanent house construction to start soon
  • UP health sector expanded significantly
  • 5.5 crore Ayushman Golden Cards issued
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Funds transferred to 3,294 beneficiaries under PM Awas Yojana 2.0 in Varanasi: DM Satyendra Kumar

Varanasi DM announces direct bank transfers to 3,294 housing scheme beneficiaries. CM Yogi highlights Uttar Pradesh's health sector growth.

"Work for the construction of permanent houses for all of them will begin soon - District Magistrate Satyendra Kumar"

Varanasi, January 18

Varanasi District Magistrate Satyendra Kumar on Sunday said that under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana 2.0, funds have been directly transferred to the bank accounts of 3,294 beneficiaries in Varanasi district.

The DM said that, as the first instalment, Rs one lakh has been credited to each beneficiary's account. He added that the construction of permanent houses for all beneficiaries will begin soon under the scheme.

"Under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana 2.0, today in Varanasi district, funds have been directly transferred to the accounts of 3294 beneficiaries. As the first instalment, 1 lakh rupees have been sent to the accounts of all beneficiaries. Work for the construction of permanent houses for all of them will begin soon," District Magistrate Satyendra Kumar said to ANI.

Earlier, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday stated that the state has grown significantly in the health sector with a notable rise in medical colleges over the last decade.

Addressing the Health Tech Conclave 1.0 in Lucknow today, the Chief Minister said that improvements in this sector have made health facilities more easily accessible to people.

CM Yogi affirmed that there are currently 100 district-level government hospitals and 81 operational medical colleges, with two AIIMS in the state, compared to 40 medical colleges in 2017.

"Inspired by the Prime Minister and under his guidance, the Uttar Pradesh government, in collaboration with the Government of India, has succeeded in bringing about comprehensive changes in the health sector over the past 8-9 years... Before 2017, there were a total of 40 medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh, combining government and private sectors, and currently, 81 medical colleges are operational in Uttar Pradesh, with two AIIMS, over 100 district-level government hospitals, health and wellness sectors, which ensures medical facility reaches the far-fetched regions..." he stated.

The Chief Minister said that there are 5.5 crore Golden Cards that have been issued in Uttar Pradesh, allocating Rs. 5 lakh per year in the health sector under the Ayushman Bharat scheme of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana.

"Due to the comprehensive changes in this sector over the past 11 years, providing health facilities to the people has become easier. The state has issued 5.5 crore Golden Cards under the Ayushman Bharat scheme of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, which allocates Rs. 5 lakh per annum to ensure health benefits," he said.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good news, but the real test is timely completion of the houses. Often, the construction gets delayed for years after the first instalment. Hope the DM ensures proper monitoring. The intent is good, execution is key.
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Aman W
Combining this with the health sector news is interesting. Awas Yojana for shelter and Ayushman Bharat for health. If implemented properly, these are the schemes that truly build a nation from the ground up. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked with NGOs in rural UP, I've seen the difference a pucca house makes. It's not just a structure; it's dignity, safety, and a foundation for a better life. Hope the quality of construction is good.
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Vikram M
3294 families in just one district! Imagine the scale across India. The numbers on medical colleges and Golden Cards are also impressive. We need to acknowledge progress where it's happening. Bahut accha kaam hai.
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Kriti O
My only request is please ensure transparency in the beneficiary list. There should be a public portal where we can see who got the funds, to avoid any bias or corruption. Otherwise, a fantastic scheme for the poor.

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