Maharashtra Government Announces Affordable Housing Scheme for 5,000 Dabbawalas

The Maharashtra government has announced an affordable housing scheme to provide 5,000 dabbawalas with homes under PMAY. The project, located on a 46-acre site in Thane, will feature 500 sq ft homes costing up to ₹25 lakh. MHADA will oversee the development, and the state government is considering a reduction in prices following requests from the dabbawalas.