PMAY-U Coffee Table Book Released in Kohima to Highlight Urban Housing Progress

Government of Nagaland officially released a Coffee Table Book titled “Transforming Lives: A Glance of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) Mission in Nagaland”, highlighting the impact of the PMAY-U scheme in the state. The event, held at Hotel Vivor in Kohima, was graced by Zhaleo Rio, Advisor for Municipal Affairs and Urban Development. The book aims to visually document success stories, progress, and the transformation brought about by PMAY-U in providing affordable housing to urban communities across Nagaland.

Why in News?

The Coffee Table Book was released to commemorate and document the achievements of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban (PMAY-U) in Nagaland, bringing attention to the mission’s contribution toward affordable housing, inclusive urban growth, and socio-economic development in the region.

Highlights of the Book Launch

• Event Date & Venue: May 16, 2025, at Hotel Vivor, Kohima.
• Released By: Zhaleo Rio, Advisor of Municipal Affairs & Urban Development.
• Chaired By: Kekhrievor Kevichusa, Commissioner & Secretary for MAUD.
• Special Features: Opening prayer by Rev. Dr. Kevichalie Metha, musical performance by TRUISM, and a vote of thanks by Temjenrenla Kichu, Joint Director of Municipal Affairs Department.

About the Coffee Table Book

• Title: Transforming Lives: A Glance of PMAY (Urban) Mission in Nagaland.
• Purpose: Showcases the impact of PMAY-U in providing dignified and affordable housing to urban poor.
• Content: Visual and narrative records of beneficiary stories, implementation challenges, community efforts, and urban transformation in Nagaland.

About PMAY-U (Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban)

• Launched: June 25, 2015.
• Ministry: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA).
• Objective: “Housing for All” in urban areas by 2022.

Components

• In-situ slum redevelopment
• Credit-linked subsidy scheme (CLSS)
• Affordable housing in partnership (AHP)
• Beneficiary-led individual house construction (BLC)

Impact in Nagaland

• Thousands of urban beneficiaries have received housing assistance.
• Boost to employment in construction and allied sectors.
• Empowerment of women as many houses are registered in women’s names.
• Improvement in basic amenities and quality of life for urban poor.