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Maharashtra government has released ₹33.02 crore under PMAY-U 2.0 to support 3,302 Scheduled Caste families in building their own pucca houses across urban areas. The funds, part of the Beneficiary-Led Construction vertical, mark a key step in targeted housing assistance for urban poor.

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.
In a ruling that clarifies the scope of RERA protections, MahaRERA has held that an initial investment later converted into a registered flat purchase creates a valid allottee-promoter relationship, entitling the complainant to withdraw from a delayed project and claim full refund with interest, irrespective of COVID-related extensions.

Carpet Area Changes: What MahaRERA Rules Actually Say — A Simple Explainer for Homebuyers

A new MahaRERA order reiterates key rules on carpet area variation, the 3% permissible limit, and refund obligations. Here’s a simple explainer on how builders must confirm final area after OC and what rights homebuyers can exercise if the area changes.
SRA has officially stated that no policy exists to rehabilitate first-floor residents of pre-1976 authorized chawls, meaning no redevelopment or surveys have been conducted so far. The clarification responds to queries raised by former MP Gopal Shetty and highlights a major policy gap in Mumbai’s housing system.

SRA Confirms: No Policy Yet for First-Floor Tenants of Chawls; No Redevelopment or Surveys Conducted So Far

SRA has officially stated that no policy exists to rehabilitate first-floor residents of pre-1976 authorized chawls, meaning no redevelopment or surveys have been conducted so far. The clarification responds to queries raised by former MP Gopal Shetty and highlights a major policy gap in Mumbai’s housing system.
Maharashtra has sanctioned ₹411 crore for PMAY housing projects across multiple cities, signaling execution momentum and a major boost to affordable home supply for EWS buyers.

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.
Maharashtra has become India’s leading green building state, powered by progressive FAR incentives, mandatory IGBC ratings, and a strong partnership with the CII Indian Green Building Council. Cities like Mumbai and Pune now anchor India’s largest green building footprint and net zero movement.

35% Green Space Now Mandatory in Mumbai’s SRA Projects

A new government circular mandates that all SRA schemes on reserved land must keep 35% of the total plot area as contiguous, developed public open space with free citizen access. A Special Monitoring Committee has been formed to prevent violations and ensure the developed park is handed over to the local municipality within 90 days of project completion.