News brief | 4 October 2026
The Union government has handed over the first instalment for three lakh houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana–Gramin (PMAY-G) in Andhra Pradesh, News on AIR reported. The release said the instalments together amount to Rs 3,600 crore.
The programme supports rural households approved for housing assistance. The first payment is an initial step: beneficiaries generally receive further instalments as construction progresses and required stages are verified.
The announcement also included a pilot for 177 3D-printed houses, estimated at Rs 14 crore, with completion expected within six months. The pilot will test an alternative construction method at a limited scale.
The stated timelines and amounts are those in the announcement. Local beneficiaries should check with their district administration for eligibility, payment status and construction-stage requirements.
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