{"id":38406,"date":"2025-09-08T13:24:56","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T07:54:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=38406"},"modified":"2025-09-08T13:25:07","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T07:55:07","slug":"angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/","title":{"rendered":"Angikaar 2025 PMAY-U Campaign: Urban Housing Scheme Awareness &amp; Implementation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#Angikaar_2025_PMAY-U_campaign_aims_to_strengthen_last-mile_delivery_and_awareness_of_urban_housing_schemes_targeting_vulnerable_groups_and_accelerating_%E2%80%9CHousing_for_All%E2%80%9D_in_India\" >Angikaar 2025 PMAY-U campaign aims to strengthen last-mile delivery and awareness of urban housing schemes, targeting vulnerable groups and accelerating \u201cHousing for All\u201d in India.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#Angikaar_2025_%E2%80%93_A_Nationwide_Outreach_to_Strengthen_PMAY-U_20\" >Angikaar 2025 \u2013 A Nationwide Outreach to Strengthen PMAY-U 2.0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#Campaign_Overview_Bridging_the_Gap_in_Urban_Housing\" >Campaign Overview: Bridging the Gap in Urban Housing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#Objectives_Streamlining_Implementation_with_Inclusivity\" >Objectives: Streamlining Implementation with Inclusivity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#Campaign_Activities_Community-Centric_Mobilization\" >Campaign Activities: Community-Centric Mobilization<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#Strategic_Relevance_Under_PMAY-U_20\" >Strategic Relevance Under PMAY-U 2.0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#Road_Ahead_Towards_%E2%80%9CHousing_for_All%E2%80%9D\" >Road Ahead: Towards \u201cHousing for All\u201d<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#B_Why_This_News_Matters\" >B) Why This News Matters<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#Enhanced_Governance_Implementation\" >Enhanced Governance &amp; Implementation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#Inclusive_Urban_Development\" >Inclusive Urban Development<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#Institutional_Convergence_Financial_Access\" >Institutional Convergence &amp; Financial Access<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#Exam-Relevant_Insights\" >Exam-Relevant Insights<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#C_Historical_Context\" >C) Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#Evolution_of_PMAY-U_2015%E2%80%932025\" >Evolution of PMAY-U (2015\u20132025)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#D_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CAngikaar_2025_Campaign%E2%80%9D\" >D) Key Takeaways from \u201cAngikaar 2025 Campaign\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/angikaar-2025-pmay-u-campaign\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Angikaar_2025_PMAY-U_campaign_aims_to_strengthen_last-mile_delivery_and_awareness_of_urban_housing_schemes_targeting_vulnerable_groups_and_accelerating_%E2%80%9CHousing_for_All%E2%80%9D_in_India\"><\/span>Angikaar 2025 PMAY-U campaign aims to strengthen last-mile delivery and awareness of urban housing schemes, targeting vulnerable groups and accelerating \u201cHousing for All\u201d in India.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Angikaar_2025_%E2%80%93_A_Nationwide_Outreach_to_Strengthen_PMAY-U_20\"><\/span>Angikaar 2025 \u2013 A Nationwide Outreach to Strengthen PMAY-U 2.0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Campaign_Overview_Bridging_the_Gap_in_Urban_Housing\"><\/span>Campaign Overview: Bridging the Gap in Urban Housing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Angikaar 2025<\/strong> is a strategic, two-month national outreach initiative launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs from <strong>4 September to 31 October 2025<\/strong>. It operates under the overarching framework of <strong>Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana \u2013 Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0)<\/strong>, with a mission to fortify last-mile delivery, drive awareness, and expedite the housing benefits reaching the intended beneficiaries <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objectives_Streamlining_Implementation_with_Inclusivity\"><\/span>Objectives: Streamlining Implementation with Inclusivity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The campaign\u2019s primary objectives are multi-fold:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To raise widespread awareness regarding PMAY-U 2.0.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facilitate faster application verification processes and completion of houses already sanctioned.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Publicize complementary schemes such as the <strong>Credit Risk Guarantee Fund Trust for Low-Income Housing (CRGFTLIH)<\/strong> and <strong>PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prioritize outreach to vulnerable and special focus groups including urban informal workers, women, and slum dwellers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Campaign_Activities_Community-Centric_Mobilization\"><\/span>Campaign Activities: Community-Centric Mobilization<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The campaign spans <strong>5,000+ Urban Local Bodies (ULBs)<\/strong> across the country and employs a variety of engagement strategies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Door-to-door visits<\/strong>, <strong>loan melas<\/strong>, <strong>cultural events<\/strong>, <strong>camps<\/strong>, and <strong>community mobilization drives<\/strong> for active participation under Jan Bhagidari (people\u2019s participation)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PMAY-U Awas Diwas<\/strong>, celebrated on <strong>17 September 2025<\/strong>, marks the first anniversary of PMAY-U 2.0 <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A flagship event, <strong>PM Awas Mela \u2013 Shehri<\/strong>, to be held in two phases\u2014<strong>17\u201327 September<\/strong> and <strong>16\u201331 October 2025<\/strong>\u2014serves as a platform to showcase scheme benefits at district or municipal levels <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional local-level events (ward, cluster, city) will be organized by ULBs to sustain campaign momentum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Relevance_Under_PMAY-U_20\"><\/span>Strategic Relevance Under PMAY-U 2.0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Originally launched in September 2024, <strong>PMAY-U 2.0<\/strong> aims to provide <strong>1 crore<\/strong> additional urban families with financial support (up to \u20b92.5 lakh) toward constructing or purchasing pucca houses Prior to this, PMAY-U\u2019s extension of its completion deadline to <strong>31 December 2025<\/strong> reflects the government&#8217;s commitment to timely delivery of homes  Efforts like <strong>Angikaar 2025<\/strong> are vital in bridging implementation gaps, enhancing convergence of welfare schemes, and accelerating rural-urban transformation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Road_Ahead_Towards_%E2%80%9CHousing_for_All%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Road Ahead: Towards \u201cHousing for All\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By harnessing community engagement and coordinating across ministries and local bodies, <strong>Angikaar 2025<\/strong> seeks to fast-track the completion of sanctioned homes, ensure inclusivity, and strengthen governance delivery. The initiative resonates strongly with the broader vision of \u201cHousing for All,\u201d moving from policy formulation toward tangible ground-level implementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Angikaar-2025-PMAY-U-campaign\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/knnindia.co.in\/uploads\/newsfiles\/ANGIKAR-5-9-2025.jpg\" alt=\"Angikaar 2025 PMAY-U campaign\" title=\"Angikaar 2025 PMAY-U campaign\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Angikaar 2025 PMAY-U campaign<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B_Why_This_News_Matters\"><\/span>B) Why This News Matters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhanced_Governance_Implementation\"><\/span>Enhanced Governance &amp; Implementation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Angikaar 2025<\/strong> showcases proactive governance by not just formulating policies but ensuring their effective rollout\u2014especially critical in schemes like PMAY-U 2.0 that target vulnerable urban populations. This aligns with UPSC\u2019s emphasis on implementation, Centre-State coordination, and last-mile delivery in <strong>GS II: Governance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inclusive_Urban_Development\"><\/span>Inclusive Urban Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The campaign prioritizes marginalized groups\u2014Urban informal workers, slum dwellers, women, and other Special Focus Groups\u2014helping reduce urban inequality and accelerate access to dignified housing. This intersects with <strong>GS I: Society<\/strong>, underlining housing as a key human development indicator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Institutional_Convergence_Financial_Access\"><\/span>Institutional Convergence &amp; Financial Access<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By promoting complementary schemes such as <strong>CRGFTLIH<\/strong> (to ease credit access) and <strong>PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana<\/strong> (to support free electricity), the campaign exemplifies inter-scheme coordination\u2014a key topic in <strong>GS III: Economy and Infrastructure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exam-Relevant_Insights\"><\/span>Exam-Relevant Insights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For aspirants preparing for civil services and other government roles, <strong>Angikaar 2025<\/strong> offers rich insights into execution strategies, social inclusion, urban policy frameworks, and the importance of outreach and community mobilization\u2014all crucial for essays, ethics, and descriptive answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C_Historical_Context\"><\/span>C) Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_PMAY-U_2015%E2%80%932025\"><\/span>Evolution of PMAY-U (2015\u20132025)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2015<\/strong>: The Government launched <strong>PMAY-U<\/strong> (Urban), aimed at achieving \u201cHousing for All by 2022\u201d. The scheme sought to provide affordable pucca homes to urban poor through various verticals such as Beneficiary-Led Construction, Affordable Rental Housing, and Affordable Housing in Partnership <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2024<\/strong>: In September, the government revamped and relaunched the scheme as <strong>PMAY-U 2.0<\/strong>, targeting an additional <strong>1 crore<\/strong> urban families and enhancing delivery mechanisms <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2025<\/strong>: Progress reports indicate about <strong>94.11 lakh houses completed<\/strong> out of <strong>120 lakh sanctioned<\/strong> under PMAY-U, as part of a continuous push toward delivering on housing targets The deadline extension to <strong>31 December 2025<\/strong> illustrates the government\u2019s commitment to fulfilling existing obligations <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Angikaar 2025<\/strong> (September\u2013October 2025): Launched to reinvigorate the drive, ensure last-mile reach, expedite approvals, emphasize inclusivity, and integrate related schemes\u2014all aimed at reinforcing urban housing delivery <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This historical trajectory reflects a shift from planning to focused implementation and inclusive outreach\u2014a critical evolution in India\u2019s urban housing policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"D_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CAngikaar_2025_Campaign%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>D) Key Takeaways from \u201cAngikaar 2025 Campaign\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td><strong>Angikaar 2025<\/strong> is a two-month outreach campaign (4 Sept\u201331 Oct 2025) under <strong>PMAY-U 2.0<\/strong>, aimed at last-mile connectivity for urban housing schemes.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>It spans <strong>5,000+ ULBs<\/strong> across India and uses <strong>door-to-door drives, loan melas, cultural events<\/strong>, and community mobilization to raise awareness.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Key events include <strong>PMAY-U Awas Diwas<\/strong> on <strong>17 Sept 2025<\/strong> and <strong>PM Awas Mela \u2013 Shehri<\/strong> held in two phases: 17\u201327 Sept and 16\u201331 Oct 2025.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The campaign promotes convergence with related initiatives\u2014<strong>CRGFTLIH<\/strong> (to aid loan access) and <strong>PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana<\/strong> (to provide electricity)\u2014and prioritizes <strong>Special Focus Groups<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Angikaar 2025 reinforces the government\u2019s push toward \u201cHousing for All,\u201d exemplifying implementation, urban inclusion, and policy convergence relevant for GS II, GS III, and GS I.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Angikaar 2025 PMAY-U campaign<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. What is Angikaar 2025?<\/strong><br>Angikaar 2025 is a two-month national outreach campaign (4 September\u201331 October 2025) launched under <strong>PMAY-U 2.0<\/strong> to strengthen last-mile delivery and awareness of urban housing schemes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. What is the main objective of the campaign?<\/strong><br>The campaign aims to expedite house completions, raise public awareness, integrate related welfare schemes, and ensure vulnerable urban groups benefit from PMAY-U 2.0.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Which key events are part of Angikaar 2025?<\/strong><br>Major events include <strong>PMAY-U Awas Diwas<\/strong> (17 September 2025) and <strong>PM Awas Mela \u2013 Shehri<\/strong> in two phases: 17\u201327 September and 16\u201331 October 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Who are the target beneficiaries of PMAY-U 2.0 under this campaign?<\/strong><br>The campaign targets urban poor, informal workers, women, slum dwellers, and other <strong>Special Focus Groups<\/strong> for equitable housing access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. How does Angikaar 2025 promote financial and infrastructural support?<\/strong><br>It promotes schemes like <strong>CRGFTLIH<\/strong> (for low-income housing loans) and <strong>PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana<\/strong> (for free electricity), ensuring convergence of welfare programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>6. How many Urban Local Bodies are involved in the campaign?<\/strong><br>More than <strong>5,000 ULBs<\/strong> across India are participating in Angikaar 2025 to implement awareness drives, cultural events, and loan melas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>7. Why is Angikaar 2025 important for government exam preparation?<\/strong><br>It demonstrates effective <strong>policy implementation, urban development strategies, and social inclusion<\/strong>, which are important for questions in GS I, II, and III papers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\"><\/span>Some Important Current Affairs Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/national\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">State Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" 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