Tamilnadu government has announced to launch TN Kalaignarin Kanavu Illam Scheme on 19 February 2024. This scheme is a part of mission for "Hut-free Tamil Nadu" by 2030. In this mission, around 8 lakh houses would be constructed in rural areas. Each beneficiary will get house which would be constructed at unit cost of Rs. 3.5 lakh per house. In the 1st phase, around 1 lakh new houses would be built with an outlay of Rs. 3500 crore. 
In the recent survey conducted by this Government for replacing huts with safe and permanent concrete houses in rural areas of Tamil Nadu, it has been found that approximately eight lakh huts continue to exist. Hence, to create a 'Hut-Free Tamil Nadu' by 2030, eight lakh concrete houses will be constructed in rural areas. In the first phase, one lakh new houses will be built at a unit cost of Rs. 3.50 lakh per house in the coming year.
The selected beneficiaries will be provided with house sites in case they are landless and will be provided with funds for constructing the house directly into their bank accounts. With a scientific survey and transparent selection process, a new scheme, 'Kalaignarin Kanavu Illam', will be implemented in the coming year at a cost of Rs. 3,500 crore, providing an opportunity for the poor to build their dream homes.
Read this article till the end to know how to apply online for Kalaignar Kanavu Illam Scheme, what is the eligibility criteria, list of documents required and other aspects regarding the scheme.
Kalaignarin Kanavu Illam Scheme in Tamilnadu Budget 2024-25
On 19th Feb 2024, Finance Minister presented TN Budget 2024-25. While presenting the budget, FM said that even in the twenty-first century, huts persist in rural areas as an enduring symbol of poverty. In the Indian society plagued with disparity, this transition to safe and permanent houses accords an opportunity to people to live with dignity. Fully aware of this reality, Muthamizh Arignar Kalaignar introduced a pioneering initiative in 1975 marking the first instance in the country where permanent houses were constructed for hut-dwellers in rural areas. Subsequently, the 'Kalaignar Veedu Vazhangum Thittam' was launched in 2010 for achieving the goal of a hut-free Tamil Nadu.In the recent survey conducted by this Government for replacing huts with safe and permanent concrete houses in rural areas of Tamil Nadu, it has been found that approximately eight lakh huts continue to exist. Hence, to create a 'Hut-Free Tamil Nadu' by 2030, eight lakh concrete houses will be constructed in rural areas. In the first phase, one lakh new houses will be built at a unit cost of Rs. 3.50 lakh per house in the coming year.
The selected beneficiaries will be provided with house sites in case they are landless and will be provided with funds for constructing the house directly into their bank accounts. With a scientific survey and transparent selection process, a new scheme, 'Kalaignarin Kanavu Illam', will be implemented in the coming year at a cost of Rs. 3,500 crore, providing an opportunity for the poor to build their dream homes.
Overview of TN Kalaignar Kanavu Illam Scheme
| Name of Scheme | Kalaignarin Kanavu Illam Scheme |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Type of Scheme | Housing |
| Objective | To provide assistance to construct new houses in rural areas |
| Assistance Amount | Rs. 3.5 lakh |
| Number of Houses to be Built | 8,00,00 houses by the year 2030 (1 lakh houses in 1st phase) |
| Budgetary Allocation for the year 2024-25 | Rs. 3500 for 1st phase implementation |
Eligibility Criteria for Tamil Nadu Kalaignarin Kanavu Illam Scheme
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of Tamil Nadu.
- Applicant must be living in a hut (as per the survey).
- Bank account is mandatory for getting financial assistance through DBT mode.
- Landless beneficiaries will also get house site along with financial assistance.
List of Documents Required for Tamilnadu Kalaignar Kanavu Illam Scheme
- Aadhar Card
- PAN Card
- Date of Birth Proof
- Bank Account Details
- Active Mobile Number
- Email ID
- Recent Passport Size Photographs
How to Apply Online for Tamil Nadu Kalaignar Kanavu Illam Scheme
- First of all, visit the official website of TN Kalaignarin Kanavu Illam Scheme.
- On the homepage, click at "Apply" link.
- Upon clicking the link, the Kalaignar Kanavu Illam Scheme online registration form will open.
- Fill in the asked details accurately and upload necessary documents as mentioned above.
- Review your filled in information in the application form through online mode.
- Finally, click on the "Submit" button to send your application to the concerned authorities for approval.
Tamilnadu Budget Speech 2024-25 PDF - https://www.tnbudget.tn.gov.in/tnweb_files/BS_2024_25_ENG_FINAL.pdf
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