ZP's Sampanna Ghar launched to provide housing to the poor
Nashik Zilla Parishad
(ZP) has partnered with private developer institutions to provide guidance to the poor on better design and
quality construction
for their homes various govt schemes.
As many as 19 different institutions and organisations are collaborating with the ZP to help the local governing body on designs and options, ensuring low-cost and
eco-friendly housing
for the beneficiaries of the housing schemes.
"The 'Sampanna Ghar' campaign will contribute to improve the living standards of citizens in rural areas. The needy families will get safe and quality houses through this innovative initiative of the Zilla Parishad," said Nashik ZP chief executive officer (CEO) Ashima Mittal.
According to a senior engineer with the ZP, people still opt for traditional clay bricks, even when ecologically and economically better bricks such as ash-based ones, are available in the market. Similarly, the organisations will also provide aid in using modern technology to build stronger homes with scientific designs, considering the availability of space.
Engineering and architectural colleges will also contribute designs for better use of space.
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