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Category 1:

Cost Effective Rural / Urban Housing Deploying Innovative /Emerging & Disaster

Resistant Technology

Housing shortage in India, especially in urban

areas is a matter of concern since it is

considered an essential component

for inclusive development. Appreciating the
importance of housing, Government of India

has launched the Pradhan Mantri Awas

Yojana (PMAY) that aims to provide housing
for all by the year 2022. The success of

this Mission will require adoption of modern,

innovative and green technologies and

building material for faster and quality
construction of houses. It would also entail

preparation of efficient layout designs and

building plans suitable for various geo-

climatic zones and deploying disaster
resistant technologies so that the precious

investment in housing is not lost to the

occurrence of natural disasters like
earthquake, flood or cyclone. The skills and

efficiencies demonstrated by the

professionals with regard to the same need

to be appreciated and showcased for its

suitable adaptation. The word housing is
used as a generic term. Individual houses

and houses with non-residential use are also

eligible to apply under this category.