In a concerning development, the construction of 1,180 houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana in the Thaltej area of Ahmedabad has come to a standstill, leaving beneficiaries without any prospects for their new residences. A budget of ₹59 crore was allocated for this project, with the expectation that it would address housing needs in the region.

The contractor, Sanghani Infrastructure Private Limited, was awarded the work order in 2019, and construction began on March 8, 2019. However, despite completing approximately 80% of the work, the contractor informed the Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) that they would not continue with the project. 

This abrupt halt has left many would-be residents frustrated, as they now find themselves navigating the complexities of municipal offices in search of solutions.

In response to the situation, the AMC has decided to blacklist the contractor, ensuring the contractor will not be able to take on future projects. The city engineer has stated that all remaining construction will be completed at the contractor’s expense, with plans to re-tender the project to ensure its completion.

The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana was designed to provide affordable housing for all, and government advertisements have touted the benefits of such schemes. However, the reality on the ground has often failed to meet these promises. Housing projects, like the one in Thaltej, have faced delays and issues related to construction quality, leaving beneficiaries disappointed.

Adding to the concern, houses constructed under similar schemes in the Behrampura area of the city have reportedly deteriorated significantly in just ten years, raising questions about the quality of work and the effectiveness of oversight by the AMC.

The residents who were meant to benefit from this housing scheme are left waiting, hoping for a swift resolution and the promise of a home that remains just out of reach.

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