- Only 15% of the beneficiaries have been surveyed under the PM Awas Yojana in Jharkhand.
- Survey needs to be completed by March 31, 2025, for 89,017 intended beneficiaries.
- Private applications and the Awas Plus app can enable beneficiaries to join the survey.
This guide discusses crucial information regarding the PM Awas Yojana aimed at enhancing housing for rural residents in Jharkhand. Currently, only 15% of the beneficiaries have participated in the ongoing survey, which is essential to qualify for the housing assistance under this scheme. The target for the financial year 2024-25 is to survey a total of 89,017 beneficiaries, but as of now, just 6,043 surveys have been completed. In the tribal areas of Ghatsila, merely 9% of the eligible beneficiaries have been surveyed.
Understanding the Importance of Completing the Survey
To qualify for housing under the scheme, it is critical that potential beneficiaries complete the survey by the deadline of March 31, 2025. This pace does not seem sustainable, and without an expedited process, many eligible families may miss out on this opportunity.
Low Survey Rates Across Many Blocks
In several blocks, including Gudabanda, Patmada, Dumaria, Potka, and Musabani, the survey rates are alarmingly low, with many registering below 15%. In contrast, areas like Golmuri-Jugsalai, Baharagora, Bodam, and Dhalaumgarh report higher participation.
Who Gets a Home?
- Surveys are being conducted under the PM Awas Yojana (Gramin) 2.0.
- Only beneficiaries who participate in the survey will receive housing assistance.
- Undocumented families will be prioritized for receiving homes over the next five years.
- Beneficiaries can also self-apply for the survey in two different ways.
- An app called Awas Plus is available for beneficiaries to register themselves easily.
Financial Assistance Under PM Awas Yojana
Selected beneficiaries will receive ₹1.20 lakh for housing construction. This benefit is specifically targeted at families lacking a permanent home, with additional priority given to SC-ST families.
How to Participate in the Survey?
- Eligible individuals can self-apply for their housing under the PM Awas Yojana on their smartphones by fulfilling the necessary conditions.
- Beneficiaries need to download the Awas Plus 2024 Survey app and the Aadhar Face ID app on their smartphones.
- Each phone can register only one survey, and the beneficiary’s Aadhar number is mandatory for the application.
This initiative by the PM Awas Yojana aims to ensure every family receives a well-constructed home. With deadlines approaching, it is crucial that eligible beneficiaries engage in the survey process swiftly.