Maharashtra Govt Approves ₹334 Crore Release Under PMAY-U 2.0 for 33,403 Urban Poor Families to Build Own Pucca Houses

The Maharashtra Government has sanctioned ₹334.03 crore (Centre ₹200.42 cr + State ₹133.61 cr) for 33,403 eligible urban poor families under PMAY-U 2.0 BLC (General category), enabling them to construct individual pucca houses in towns and municipal areas across the state. Funds to be disbursed via SNA-SPARSH system.

Maharashtra Implements ‘SNA-SPARSH’ System for Faster Fund Transfers under PMAY (Urban) and PMAY 2.0

Maharashtra has rolled out the SNA-SPARSH system for PMAY (Urban) and PMAY 2.0, introducing dedicated RBI accounts for real-time and transparent housing fund transfers, marking a major digital reform in scheme implementation.

Maharashtra Waives ₹16.9 Crore Premium for PMAY Housing Project for Unorganised Workers in Solapur

The Maharashtra Government has waived ₹16.93 crore in premium and dues for a 30,000-home PMAY project for unorganised workers in Solapur’s Kumbhari village, marking a major policy step to boost affordable housing.

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CSR Funds to Fuel Affordable Homes in Maharashtra

Under its 2025 Housing Policy, Maharashtra has opened a new door for corporate participation by enabling CSR funds to support housing for the urban poor, migrants, women, and other vulnerable groups. Through a proposed CSR-Housing Development Board and incentives for green, rental, and inclusive projects, the state aims to transform its housing landscape in partnership with the private sector.