Archive · 19 Jan 2026
UP CM transfers Rs 2,000 crore under PMAY (U)
The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, transferred Rs 2,000 crore to the bank accounts of 2 lakh families.
This money is part of a government scheme called Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (2.0), which helps people build their own homes.
The Chief Minister said that this scheme has helped over 62 lakh families in Uttar Pradesh so far.
He also mentioned that the government is working to provide housing and other basic needs to everyone.
The event was held in Lucknow, where the Chief Minister clicked a button to start the transfer of money directly to the beneficiaries' accounts.
Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs Tokhan Sahu inspected houses constructed under the same scheme in Manipur, interacting with various groups and officials to review the progress of urban development schemes.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath transferred Rs 2,000 crore to 2 lakh beneficiaries under PMAY (U).
The transfer was done through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) at an event in Lucknow.
Over 62 lakh families in Uttar Pradesh have benefited from the PMAY scheme.
CM Yogi highlighted the government's focus on empowering marginalized sections and providing basic needs.
Union Minister Tokhan Sahu inspected PMAY-U houses in Manipur and reviewed various urban development schemes.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and 2 lakh beneficiaries
- What
- Transfer of Rs 2,000 crore to beneficiaries under PMAY (U)
- When
- Sunday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
- Why
- To assist lower-income families in building a house of their own
Government Supporters
Critics
Scheme Effectiveness
Government Supporters
Government supporters highlight the significant number of beneficiaries and the positive impact on marginalized sections.
Critics
Critics may question the efficiency and reach of the scheme, suggesting potential delays or corruption.
Fund Utilization
Government Supporters
Supporters argue that the funds are well-utilized and benefit the intended recipients.
Critics
Critics might raise concerns about the actual utilization of funds and whether they reach the most needy.
- Amount Transferred
- Rs 2,000 crore
- Number of Beneficiaries
- 2 lakh
- Scheme
- Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (2.0)
- Location
- Uttar Pradesh
- Total Beneficiaries in UP
- 62 lakh
- Event Location
- Lucknow
- Government Initiative
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
- Additional Scheme Mentioned
- PM SVANidhi scheme
