219. Prioritizing Divyangjans and accessibility benchmarks under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana
Status: Even during the previous tenure, preference was being given to Divyangjans in the allotment of houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). However, the reservation figure for Divyangjans under PMAY-Grameen has increased from 3% to 5% after the government revised the implementation framework. Further, the revised guidelines ask the states/UTs to provide ramps or other facilities for barrier-free access to Divyangjans. i ii iii iv