Affordable Housing Push in Haryana: 5,000 Families Secure Plots Under Govt Schemes

Rashi Sood

Last Updated on 11th August 2025

Haryana has taken a monumental step toward making affordable housing a reality. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini distributed plot ownership certificates and allotment letters to more than 5,000 families across the state, bringing new hope to economically weaker sections through both urban and rural housing initiatives.

Key Highlights

Urban Allocation – Mukhyamantri Shehri Awas Yojana
- 1,144 families in Jagadhri’s Sector‑23 received 30‑square‑yard plots along with interim ownership certificates.
- Support includes a subsidy of ₹2.5 lakh per household under PMAY‑Urban 2.0, along with access to essential services.
Rural Allocation – Gramin Awas Yojana 2.0
- 3,884 rural households across 58 villages were allotted plots under the rural housing initiative.
- Each beneficiary is eligible for ₹1.38 lakh under PMAY‑Gramin, ₹12,000 for toilet construction, and 90 days of MGNREGA wages.

Why This Matters for Homebuyers

Tangible Progress: By issuing real ownership documents, the Haryana government has transitioned from promise to action—beneficiaries now have legal land rights.
Holistic Approach: Beyond housing, the integration of subsidies, sanitation support, and employment wages ensures a more comprehensive upliftment of underserved communities.
Boost for the Real Estate Sector: With improved buying power and ownership clarity among low-income groups, the housing market—including affordable developer projects—could see renewed interest and demand.
Urban-Rural Development Balance: Haryana is bridging the urban-rural divide—no family, irrespective of location, is being left behind.

This initiative is more than just a housing scheme—it’s a powerful enabler for financial stability and social equity. Buyers and developers in the affordable and mid-market housing segments should keep an eye on this trend: with government backing and better housing access, demand dynamics may shift favorably.