Srinagar, June 26, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, and Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) Commissioner, Faz Lul Haseeb, jointly chaired a comprehensive meeting to review the progress of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0) in Srinagar district. Held at the DC Office Complex, the meeting focused on ensuring swift, transparent, and accurate implementation of the housing scheme to benefit the urban poor and homeless population of Srinagar.The session, attended by key officials including Chief Planning Officer Fayaz Ahmad Dar, Joint Commissioner (Administration) Nuzhat Khurshid, and representatives from the J&K Housing Board and Revenue Department, aimed to evaluate the status of beneficiary registration and verification processes. DC Labroo and Commissioner Haseeb directed SMC and Revenue officers to expedite case disposals while maintaining utmost transparency and accuracy in beneficiary selection to ensure no eligible individual is overlooked.
A key emphasis was placed on seamless interdepartmental coordination to streamline the verification process and ensure timely delivery of housing benefits. The Joint Commissioner SMC provided a detailed briefing on the current execution status of PMAY-U 2.0 in Srinagar, highlighting efforts to include vulnerable groups, such as women-headed households, to foster inclusive urban housing development. The meeting underscored the commitment to making Srinagar a model for sustainable housing under the PMAY-U 2.0 framework.On July 14, 2025, the Srinagar administration reiterated its focus on transparency via a social media post, stating, “DC Srinagar
@akshaylabroo & SMC Commissioner @FazLulhaseeb review progress of PMAY-Urban 2.0. Emphasize the need for transparency, accuracy in beneficiary selection under the scheme for benefit of the target population.”The PMAY-U 2.0 scheme, a flagship initiative of the Government of India, aims to provide affordable housing to urban poor families, ensuring dignified living conditions. The Srinagar administration’s proactive approach reflects a commitment to achieving these goals through rigorous monitoring and inclusive strategies.Progress Snapshot: PMAY-U 2.0 in Srinagar (As of June 2025)
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Meeting Date | June 25, 2025 |
| Key Attendees | DC Akshay Labroo, SMC Commissioner Faz Lul Haseeb, Joint Commissioner Nuzhat Khurshid, Chief Planning Officer Fayaz Ahmad Dar, Revenue and SMC Officers |
| Focus | Beneficiary registration, verification, and case disposal |
| Directives | Ensure transparency, accuracy, and swift disposal of eligible cases |
| Target Group | Urban poor, homeless, and vulnerable groups (e.g., women-headed households) |
| Key Objective | Make Srinagar a model for inclusive and sustainable urban housing |
