Homeless People & Housing Issue

Total Homeless People: The 2011 Census of India reveals that the urban population of the country stood at 31.16% where there are about 4.5 lakh homeless families and a total population of 17.73 lakh is living without any roof over their heads.

Urban-Rural Divide: Out of total 17.73 lakh homeless people, 9,38,348 from urban areas and 8,34,692 from rural areas.

States with Acute Housing Crisis: Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh are the two states with an acute housing crisis.

Schemes & Programs

Smart Cities Mission: Some of the core infrastructure elements in a smart city include proper water supply, assured electricity supply, sanitation, ....

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