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Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate 1,449 affordable houses and 130 shops in Ahmedabad during his Gujarat visit. The Rs 133 crore project provides modern housing to families in slum settlements through in-situ redevelopment. Gujarat has remarkably exceeded its PMAY targets, completing over 15 lakh houses against a goal of 7.64 lakh. The state has received national recognition for its housing innovations and comprehensive approach that includes subsidies, green housing, and integrated amenities.

Key Points: Modi Inaugurates 1449 PMAY Houses and 130 Shops in Ahmedabad

  • 1449 affordable houses and 130 shops built under PMAY Urban scheme
  • Project developed through in-situ slum redevelopment in Nikol area
  • Gujarat has delivered over 15 lakh houses against 7.64 lakh target
  • State received multiple national awards for housing performance excellence
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PM Modi to inaugurate affordable houses, shops in Ahmedabad on Aug 25

PM Modi to inaugurate Rs 133 crore affordable housing project in Ahmedabad's Nikol area, part of Gujarat's successful PMAY initiative that has delivered over 15 lakh houses.

"Gujarat has so far completed construction of over 15 lakh houses, against a target of 7.64 lakh - PMAY Urban Report"

Gandhinagar, Aug 21

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate 1,449 affordable houses and 130 shops built for Rs 133.42 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) during his two-day Gujarat visit on August 25–26.

The project, developed under the in-situ slum redevelopment component, will provide modern housing facilities to families living in slum settlements of Ahmedabad’s Nikol area.

Under PMAY (Urban), Gujarat has so far completed construction of over 15 lakh houses, against a target of 7.64 lakh, with 9.66 lakh houses sanctioned and 9.07 lakh already delivered.

The state has also bagged multiple national awards for its performance, including six in 2019 and seven in 2022. Meanwhile, under PMAY (Rural), Gujarat has completed 6 lakh houses since 2016, with an additional 2.39 lakh homes under construction, to be completed by March 2026.

The scheme has attracted cumulative spending of Rs 8,936.55 crore till August 2025. Beneficiaries have also received additional state incentives such as Rs 50,000 roof-casting support, Rs 20,000 completion bonus, and assistance for sanitation and employment through convergence with MGNREGA and Swachh Bharat Mission.

Gujarat has also been at the forefront of innovations, becoming the first state in India to get approval for Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHCs) and one of six states implementing the Light House Project under the Global Housing Technology Challenge, with 1,144 technologically advanced houses already completed in Rajkot.

The Gujarat government has steadily increased its housing budget in recent years to boost affordable housing, particularly under schemes like Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) and Mukhyamantri Gruh Yojana.

A significant portion of allocations goes toward urban housing for low and middle-income groups, slum redevelopment, and rural housing support.

The focus is on making housing more inclusive by providing subsidies, easy loans, and incentives for private developers to participate in affordable housing projects.

The state has also emphasised green housing, infrastructure support, and integrating housing projects with basic amenities like water, sanitation, and electricity, ensuring that the push for “Housing for All” is not just about construction but also about livability.

- IANS

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Priya S
Gujarat completing double their target shows what good governance can achieve! 15 lakh houses is no small number. The additional incentives like roof-casting support make a real difference to poor families.
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Aman W
While the numbers look impressive, I hope the quality of construction is maintained. Sometimes these projects compromise on materials. Also, what about maintenance costs for the new residents?
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Sarah B
The integration with employment through MGNREGA is smart thinking. Housing alone isn't enough - people need livelihood opportunities nearby. This holistic approach is what development should look like!
Karthik V
Green housing and technology focus in Rajkot project is forward-thinking! We need sustainable solutions, not just quick construction. Hope other states learn from Gujarat's innovative approaches.
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Nisha Z
My cousin got a house under PMAY in Surat last year. The process was transparent and the support for sanitation facilities was really helpful. More such projects needed across the country! 🙏

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