Odisha Leads India in PMAY-U 2.0 House Completion Performance
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme | Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U 2.0) (launched September 2024) |
| Objective | Provide pucca houses to urban poor, economically weaker sections (EWS), and middle-income groups. |
| Odisha's Achievement | Top-ranked state in house completions (March 2025-March 2026). |
| Implementation | Coordinated by Housing and Urban Development Department and urban local bodies (ULBs). |
| ULBs' Role | - Identify beneficiaries - Monitor construction - Ensure geo-tagging compliance. |
| Significance | - Faster housing delivery - Efficient digital tracking - Model for other states. |

