Category: Current GK

The “Trends and Progress of Housing in India 2024” report, released by the National Housing Bank, highlights a 14% growth in outstanding housing loans reaching ₹33.53 lakh crore by September 2024. It emphasizes regional disparities in credit flow, housing technologies like 3D printing, and sustainable practices, while showcasing government initiatives such as PMAY-G and PMAY-U to strengthen the housing sector.

The Lakhpati Didi Initiative under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-NRLM empowers rural women by helping them achieve an annual income of ₹1 lakh. Announced on August 15, 2023, it aims to create 3 crore Lakhpati Didis by 2025, focusing on diversified livelihoods, SHG support, and entrepreneurship, significantly boosting rural economies.

Launched on 23 March 2023 by the Quality Council of India (QCI) in Lucknow, this initiative aims to enhance quality standards across sectors like governance, education, healthcare, and MSMEs. It focuses on grassroots quality consciousness, strategic partnerships, and quality monitoring to support self-reliance (‘Atma Nirbharta’).