Description
Odisha has emerged as the top-performing state in India under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0) in terms of house completion. As per data available till May 8, 2026, the state maintained the highest ranking in housing completion from March 2025 to March 2026.
This reflects Odisha’s strong implementation of the urban housing programme aimed at providing pucca houses to eligible urban families.
Why in News?
Odisha has recorded the highest number of completed houses under PMAY-U 2.0 among all Indian states, showing efficient execution of the scheme.
Key Highlights
Odisha ranked first in house completion under PMAY-U 2.0
Scheme launched in September 2024
24,625 houses sanctioned in the state
23,464 sites geo-tagged
Foundation work started for 3,134 houses
2,008 houses completed by May 5, 2026
About PMAY-U 2.0
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Urban 2.0 is a centrally sponsored scheme aimed at providing affordable pucca houses in urban areas. It focuses on:
Urban poor households
Economically weaker sections
Middle-income groups
The scheme continues the government’s “Housing for All” mission.
Digital Monitoring System
The scheme uses technology-driven monitoring tools for transparency and tracking, including:
Geo-tagging of housing sites
Monitoring of construction stages
Real-time progress tracking
Digital reporting systems
Odisha’s Performance
Odisha has shown strong coordination between the Housing and Urban Development Department and urban local bodies.
Progress data:
Houses sanctioned: 24,625
Sites geo-tagged: 23,464
Foundation work started: 3,134
Houses completed: 2,008
Role of Urban Local Bodies
Urban local bodies are responsible for:
Identifying beneficiaries
Monitoring construction
Managing geo-tagging
Ensuring timely completion
Significance
Odisha’s performance highlights:
Efficient housing delivery
Strong administrative coordination
Effective digital monitoring
Better access to affordable urban housing
It also serves as a model for other states implementing PMAY-U 2.0.
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