The government of the Indian state Telangana has started the Indiramma Indlu Housing Scheme 2024. Through this scheme, the government aims to build over 2 lakh houses across the state by 2024. These affordable houses will be for the economically weaker sections of the society.
Why is this Scheme Required?
Many poor families in Telangana do not have proper houses to live in. Some even live in slums without access to basic facilities like water, electricity etc. The previous housing schemes of the government could not build enough houses for the poor. This scheme hopes to address this shortage of affordable housing.
What is the Scheme Trying to Achieve?
The main aims of the Indiramma Indlu housing scheme are:
- Construct over 2 lakh affordable houses across Telangana by 2024
- Provide quality houses to economically weaker groups
- Improve the lives of slum dwellers by rebuilding their houses
- Upgrade existing houses which lack basic amenities
Who Can Apply for These Houses?
The government will allot these houses to:
- Low income families earning less than ₹2 lakhs per year
- People without any houses
- Slum residents
- Waiting list applicants of previous schemes
Preference will be given to senior citizens, differently abled persons, widowed women, scheduled castes and tribes.
Key Features of the Scheme
Identifying Beneficiaries
- Urban local bodies will identify eligible beneficiaries in urban areas
- District collectors will do the same in rural areas
Types of Houses
| House Type | Size |
| EWS House | 300 sq ft |
| LIG House | 450 sq ft |
| MIG House | 600 sq ft |
House Construction Methods
- Low cost construction technology will be used
- Local materials will be used to reduce costs
- Houses will be disaster resilient
How will the Scheme be Funded?
The scheme will be implemented under different parts of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. Funds will come from:
- Central and state governments
- Bank loans provided to beneficiaries
- Contributions from the beneficiaries
How will the Scheme be Implemented?
The Telangana State Housing Corporation Limited (TSHCL) will implement the scheme.
Key implementation strategies
- Partnerships with private companies for faster construction
- Using innovative cost-effective construction methods
- IT systems to monitor progress
- Training construction workers
District collectors and urban bodies will regularly inspect construction works.
What are the Expected Benefits of the Scheme?
Some major benefits are:
- Over 2 lakh poor families will get quality houses by 2024
- Slum redevelopment will improve living conditions
- Houses will be built near workplaces
- Beneficiaries will get enhanced social dignity
How Can Eligible Families Apply?
Eligible families can apply through:
Online application
- Visit website
- Click on apply online
- Fill the application form
- Upload documents
- Submit form
Offline application
Get application forms from:
- District collector office
- Common service centers
- Municipal office
Submit filled forms with documents at above places.
What Documents are Required?
Needed documents:
- Aadhaar
- Age proof
- Address proof
- Income certificate
- Caste certificate (if eligible)
- BPL certificate (if eligible)
- Passport size photos
What is the Planned Budget?
In 2022-23 budget, Telangana government allocated ₹9,402 crores for the housing scheme. More funds are expected in coming years to meet the target of 2 lakh houses.
Central schemes like PMAY and bank loan assistance will provide extra funds.
In this way, the government aims to transform the lives of lakhs of homeless poor families through the Indiramma Indlu housing scheme.
