In a significant event held in Chhatapur block of Supaul district on Thursday, 30 new beneficiaries were approved for permanent homes under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G). Additionally, six beneficiaries who had completed their homes were handed symbolic keys for housewarming. The program took place at the LN Auditorium within the Block-cum-Circle office complex.

BDO Dr. Rakesh Gupta conducted the program, attended by Block Chief Aasiya Devi, CO Raviraj Kumar, Deputy Chief Sanjay Yadav, and other officials and staff. The BDO provided beneficiaries with essential information regarding the scheme's process and construction guidelines, urging them to complete their homes within the stipulated time and according to the prescribed standards.

Under the scheme, each beneficiary will receive a total assistance of Rs. 1.20 lakh for house construction. The first installment of Rs. 40,000 has already been transferred to their bank accounts. Subsequent installments will be released upon reaching the plinth level and roof slab stage. Furthermore, Rs. 12,000 for toilet construction and one month's unskilled labor wages under MGNREGA will also be provided.

According to block administration data, a total of 5,684 beneficiaries in Chhatapur block were sanctioned housing under PMAY-G during the financial years 2024-25 and 2025-26. Of these, 4,185 houses have been completed so far, accounting for approximately 74.80 percent of the total sanctioned homes. The administration aims to complete all remaining houses by September.