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The Sampanna Ghar Abhiyan empowers 1.5 lakh rural families in Nashik to build their own homes with hands-on construction training, blending housing access with skill development and community resilience.

Brick by Brick, Skill by Skill”: How 1.5 Lakh Families in Nashik Are Learning to Build Their Own Homes

In a first-of-its-kind initiative, over 1.5 lakh families in Nashik are being trained to build their own homes under the Sampanna Ghar Abhiyan. Backed by NSDC and local partners, this rural housing drive is blending construction skills with dignity and self-reliance — one brick at a time.

15-Year Wait Ends for Siddharth Nagar (Patra Chawl) Residents as MHADA Conducts Lottery for 663 Homes in Goregaon

The 15-year-long wait for residents of Siddharth Nagar (Patra Chawl) in Goregaon (West) has finally ended, as MHADA conducted a computerized lottery for 663 rehabilitation tenements. Held under strict transparency measures, the allotment ensures rightful residents receive their homes. Possession begins on April 7, 2025, with continued rent compensation until May. MHADA has also approved a solar power system and gym equipment for the housing society, marking a new chapter for residents.
Runwal

Runwal Enterprises Files for ₹1,000 Crore IPO to Expand Real Estate Footprint

Runwal Enterprises Limited, a major player in Mumbai’s real estate sector, has filed for a ₹1,000 crore IPO with SEBI. The funds will support debt repayment, investment in subsidiaries, and expansion into future real estate projects. The company’s financial performance shows significant growth, driven by revenue from residential projects.
MHADA

MHADA Sets Target to Construct 19,497 Houses in FY 2025-26

The Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) has set a target to construct 19,497 housing units across the state in the financial year 2025-26. With a budget allocation of ₹15,951.23 crore, Mumbai alone will see 5,199 new units, focusing on key redevelopment projects like BDD Chawl, Goregaon Siddharth Nagar, and more.
India's booming housing sector

India’s Housing Loan Market Expands to ₹33.53 Lakh Crore, Registers 14% YoY Growth

India’s housing sector continues its upward trajectory, with the National Housing Bank (NHB) reporting that outstanding individual housing loans surged to ₹33.53 lakh crore as of September 30, 2024—a 14% YoY increase. The report highlights the evolving homebuyer preferences, regional credit disparities, and the impact of government schemes like PMAY and UIDF. With urbanization and digitization reshaping the real estate landscape, the sector remains poised for sustained growth in the coming years.