Mafias nurtured in the previous governments snatched the rights of the poor, occupied the lands, now houses will be built for the poor on the same lands: Chief Minister
Instructions to build high rise houses on the lands freed from mafia, along with the poor, housing scheme for teachers, lawyers, doctors and journalists too
The time has come to compensate those who exploited us for years, with interest: CM Yogi
Double engine government is providing benefits of schemes by considering 25 crore people as family: CM
The aim of the government is not only to provide houses, but also to give a respectable life to the poor: Yogi
Lucknow, March 16: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday transferred a grant of ₹900 crore as the first installment through DBT to the accounts of 90,000 beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban 2.0.
On this occasion, the Chief Minister stated that the time has come to repay those who have exploited the common people for years, with interest. The mafia who usurped the rights of the poor and seized their land will now build houses for the poor on those lands. Under the double-engine government’s policy, the 25 crore people are considered a family and the benefits of the schemes are being extended to every section without discrimination. This is transforming Uttar Pradesh from a “BIMARU” image to a growth engine of the country.
The Chief Minister clarified that the government’s goal is not just to provide houses, but to provide a dignified life to the poor, where a house is also provided with toilets, electricity, water, and all basic amenities.
The Chief Minister said that every person dreams of owning their own home. Humans are God’s best creation and have the ability to build their own permanent homes. Just as other creatures create shelter, a home is a primary necessity in human life. Prime Minister Narendra Modi took upon himself the task of fulfilling this basic need, resulting in approximately 6.2 million families in Uttar Pradesh having been provided housing under this scheme.
Chief Minister Yogi said that before 2017, despite housing schemes for the poor, they were unable to benefit because the state government lacked willpower. When a person becomes self-absorbed, their empathy vanishes and they become confined to their immediate family. For this reason, the governments of that time were also limited to family and relatives. But after 2017, the double-engine government, working with the philosophy that 25 crore people are our family, made it its priority to extend the benefits of these schemes to every needy person.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that the double-engine government’s empathy is with every village, the poor, the youth, women, farmers, and laborers. In this regard, the first installment of ₹1 lakh is being given to over 90,000 beneficiaries for housing. In this, 10,214 beneficiaries were given the vaccine in Saharanpur, 7,991 in Pratapgarh, 4,325 in Shahjahanpur, 4,266 in Firozabad, 3,331 in Prayagraj, 3,174 in Jalaun, 3,078 in Sitapur, 3,063 in Gorakhpur, 3,017 in Bareilly, 2,883 in Aligarh, 2,712 in Badaun, 2,701 in Maharajganj, 2,626 in Meerut, 2,175 in Amroha, 1,895 in Hardoi, 1,826 in Bulandshahr, 1,562 in Kushinagar, 1,529 in Bahraich, 1,473 in Agra, 1,470 in Mau, 1,437 in Banda, 1,364 in Bijnor, 1,209 in Ghaziabad, in Deoria This first installment has been provided to 1,138 beneficiaries in the state and 1,121 in Gonda. A total of over ₹900 crore has been transferred directly to their accounts through DBT. This is an example of the effective use of technology, where funds are reaching beneficiaries directly without any middlemen, paving the way for everyone to build houses.
Chief Minister said that the government’s priority is to ensure that the poor and disadvantaged receive benefits without discrimination. This is the hallmark of any welfare state. As a result of work done with this vision, Uttar Pradesh has today transformed from a “BIMARU” state to the growth engine of the country. This has been possible due to the double-engine government, the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and the dedicated efforts of the villages, the poor, farmers, youth, and women. Furthermore, receiving housing before Basant Navratri and Ram Navami is a special joy for the poor, giving new wings to their dreams.
Chief Minister Yogi said that beneficiaries are receiving not only housing, but also benefits such as the ration scheme, gas connections under the Ujjwala scheme, health insurance up to ₹5 lakh under Ayushman Bharat, and an annual pension of ₹12,000 for destitute women, the elderly, and the disabled. Pensions are being provided to 16 million people in the state, and there is no discrimination. With the spirit of considering 25 crore people as family, the benefits of the schemes have been extended without discrimination to Dalits, the deprived, the backward, the poor, and women. This is not only improving the standard of living, but the energy and potential of the people are also propelling the state to new heights of development and strengthening the economy.
Chief Minister Yogi said that during his interactions with various districts, he personally witnessed the happiness of beneficiary families. Women in Saharanpur, Fatehpur, Maharajganj, Deoria, Prayagraj, and Gorakhpur reported that they began construction work as soon as they received the first installment.
Chief Minister said that as soon as 75 percent of the work is completed, beneficiaries should immediately request the next installment, and officials should immediately provide the next installment of ₹1 lakh to expedite construction. He also stated that nodal officers should be deployed in districts to ensure affordable and quality construction materials. Every house should also include a toilet, free electricity connection, and water access under the “Tap Water” scheme. Furthermore, the house should include a mention of the benefits of the “Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana” and the beneficiary’s name, so it serves as a source of inspiration.
Chief Minister Yogi stated that prior to 2017, mafias had occupied government land, which is now being freed and used for the poor. Where such land remains, it should be cleared, and high-rise housing should be developed on this land for those who do not own land. Additionally, housing schemes should be developed not only for the poor but also for lawyers, doctors, teachers, and journalists, so that every section of society can have a home. By starting this at the district level, a positive message should be sent to the entire state and country. If necessary, the properties of the mafia should be confiscated and used for this purpose.
Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, Finance and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna, Urban Development and Energy Minister A.K. Sharma, Minister of State for Urban Development Rakesh Rathore Guruji, MLA Yogesh Shukla, Legislative Council Member Ramchandra Pradhan, and other public representatives and officials were present at the event.