Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to launch the ‘Antyodaya Gruha Yojana’ on March 30 with an aim to provide affordable housing facility to the economically weaker sections of society.
The scheme will be officially inaugurated by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi in Kalahandi district.
Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Minister Rabi Narayan Naik said that the government is planning to include around 50,000 beneficiaries across the state during the initial phase.
Sources said the scheme seeks to provide housing to differently-abled individuals, widows, people suffering from critical ailments, and those affected by natural calamities or fire incidents. This apart, families of martyrs and Padma awardees will be eligible for housing benefits under the scheme.
People who want to apply for benefit under the scheme need to register online through their local panchayat office, facilitated by the Block Development Officer (BDO). Applicants can also contact the helpline number 06746817777 for assistance.
Notably, an amount of Rs 2,603 crore has been allocated in the state budget for 2025-26 for the ‘Antyodaya Gruha Yojana’. There is also a provision for interest subvention.
The Minister further stated that around 19.5 lakh persons have registered so far in the survey for the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. Naik added that more people are expected to be included in the Awas Yojana as the survey will continue until March 31.