29 Stalls Set Up from December 2-11 to Offer Information and Assistance with Registration

The Konkan Housing and Area Development Board of MHADA has initiated a large-scale campaign to promote the sale of flats under the First-Come, First-Serve (FCFS) scheme. These flats are available for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), Low-Income Groups (LIG), and Middle-Income Groups (MIG) under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY-Urban). The flats are located in Virar-Bolinj, Khoni-Kalyan, Shirdhon-Kalyan, Gotheghar-Thane, and Bhandarli-Thane.

As part of this campaign, 29 information stalls have been set up at key locations across the region from December 2 to December 11, 2024. The stalls will provide detailed information about the available flats, application eligibility, and the online registration process. Applicants can apply through the official MHADA website (https://lottery.mhada.gov.in). The registration process began on October 11, 2024.

Campaign Details
Mrs. Revati Gaykar, Chief Officer of the Konkan Board, highlighted that the stalls aim to assist prospective buyers by offering information on the FCFS flats, eligibility criteria, and the application process. In addition to the stalls, flyers and street plays are being organized to raise awareness about the housing schemes.

Message to Applicants
Mr. Anil Wankhade, Deputy Chief Officer of MHADA, encouraged potential applicants to take advantage of the campaign’s support services. This initiative is part of MHADA’s ongoing efforts to sell unsold flats across Maharashtra, as directed by MHADA Vice-President and CEO, Mr. Sanjeev Jaiswal.

Stall Locations
The stalls are strategically placed at various government offices and public locations. These include the head offices of municipal corporations in Vasai-Virar, Mira-Bhayandar, Ulhasnagar, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan-Dombivli, Thane, and Palghar. Additionally, stalls are available at district collector offices in Palghar and Thane, the Thane RTO, subdivision offices in Vasai, Ulhasnagar, Palghar, and Kalyan, and the tehsildar’s office in Ambernath. Other prominent locations include the Mahape MIDC administrative office, the Jivdani Devi Temple in Virar, churches in Virar and Vasai, and major railway stations in Virar, Vasai, Thane, Badlapur, Ambernath, Ulhasnagar, Vashi, Panvel, Dombivli, Karjat, and Kalyan.

Support at the Stalls
Each stall is staffed by Konkan Board representatives who provide comprehensive guidance on the housing schemes, eligibility, and the online application process. They assist with document requirements and help resolve any application-related issues immediately. For further support, a dedicated team at the MHADA office is available for coordination.

Project Features
Mr. Mahesh Jeswani, Chief Engineer at MHADA, stated that all the projects under the FCFS scheme are equipped with essential facilities, including 24-hour water supply, firefighting systems, lifts, and common areas. In addition, each housing complex will have sewage treatment plants and organic waste converters.

Available Flats Under the FCFS Scheme

  • Virar Bolinj: 174 (PMAY)
  • Virar Bolinj: 4,164
  • Khoni-Kalyan: 2,621 (PMAY)
  • Shirdhon-Kalyan: 5,774 (PMAY)
  • Gotheghar-Thane: 701 (PMAY)
  • Bhandarli-Thane: 613 (PMAY)

Also Read: MHADA Konkan Board Directs Developer to Cease Additional Fees for EWS Flat Winners in Dhokali

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