TN govt. sanctions ₹3,500 crore for Kalaignarin Kanavu Illam programme
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Why in news
The Tamil Nadu government sanctioned ₹3,500 crore for the construction of one lakh additional houses under the Kalaignarin Kanavu Illam program for 2025-26.
Background
The funding for the program is sourced from three components: Scheme Component of Pooled Assigned Revenue (SCPAR) at ₹1,000 crore, PRI devolution grants at ₹1,000 crore, and a state grant of ₹1,500 crore. This follows a previous approval of ₹3,100 crore for one lakh houses in 2024-25.
Facts for Prelims
- FactKalaignarin Kanavu Illam program: ₹3,500 crore sanctioned for 2025-26
- FactFunding sources: SCPAR (₹1,000 cr), PRI devolution grants (₹1,000 cr), and State grant (₹1,500 cr)
- FactPrevious allocation: ₹3,100 crore for one lakh houses in 2024-25
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of state-led housing schemes in alleviating urban poverty and improving the quality of life for marginalized communities in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Fiscal federalism: Utilization of Pooled Assigned Revenue and PRI devolution grants for state-specific welfare
- Infrastructure gap: Addressing housing shortages as a prerequisite for urban social security
Keywords: Housing for All · Fiscal devolution · Panchayati Raj Institutions · Social welfare · Urban poverty
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