Slum Rehabilitation Programs — Current Affairs 2026
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Budget 2024 allocates ₹80,671 crore for PMAY-U with focus on slum rehabilitation
February 2024The Budget 2024 allocation represents a significant increase in funding for urban housing programs, with specific emphasis on completing pending slum rehabilitation projects under PMAY-U. This allocation includes provisions for climate-resilient housing and integration of technology in project monitoring. The budget also emphasizes convergence with other urban development schemes to ensure comprehensive rehabilitation outcomes.
UPSC Angle: Questions may focus on budget allocation patterns, policy priorities in urban development, and integration of climate considerations in housing programs
Supreme Court guidelines on slum eviction and rehabilitation procedures
January 2024Recent Supreme Court guidelines have strengthened procedural safeguards for slum eviction, mandating comprehensive rehabilitation plans before any eviction action. The guidelines emphasize community consultation, adequate notice periods, and provision of alternative accommodation with basic amenities. These guidelines build upon earlier judgments and provide clearer framework for balancing development needs with slum dwellers' rights.
UPSC Angle: Expected questions on judicial activism, constitutional interpretation, and balance between development and rights in urban contexts