"Modi's 100-Day Agenda: Housing Schemes Revamped

17 Apr 2024 CW Team

The Modi government's 100-day agenda includes significant reforms and revamps to housing schemes, aiming to address key challenges in the sector. These initiatives aim to boost affordability, accessibility, and sustainability in India's housing market, reflecting the government's commitment to promoting homeownership and addressing housing needs across income groups.

One of the key highlights of the agenda is the overhaul of existing housing schemes to make them more effective and responsive to the evolving needs of homebuyers. This includes streamlining processes, enhancing transparency, and increasing the availability of affordable housing options through innovative financing mechanisms.

Additionally, the government plans to introduce new policies and initiatives to stimulate housing demand and supply, including incentives for developers to invest in affordable housing projects. These measures are expected to catalyse private sector participation in the housing sector and spur economic growth.

Furthermore, the 100-day agenda prioritises the implementation of sustainable and green building practices to promote environmentally friendly housing development. This aligns with the government's broader efforts to address climate change and promote sustainable development across sectors.

Overall, the revamped housing schemes under Modi's 100-day agenda signal a renewed focus on addressing the housing needs of all segments of society and driving inclusive growth in the real estate sector. By prioritising affordability, accessibility, and sustainability, these initiatives aim to create a conducive environment for homeownership and foster sustainable urban development in India.

Infrastructure Urban

06 Apr 2026

InsideFPV Delivers ₹10 Crore Kamikaze Drone Order Under MoD’s EPR Route

InsideFPV, a Surat-based drone technology manufacturer, has successfully executed a ₹10 crore defence contract to supply indigenous kamikaze drones under the Ministry of Defence’s Emergency Procurement Route (EPR). The company completed the delivery of hundreds of FPV kamikaze drone platforms within a rapid two-month timeframe, highlighting its ability to meet urgent military procurement timelines.The supply orders were fulfilled under the emergency procurement mechanism, which is aimed at fast-tracking acquisitions for immediate operational needs. InsideFPV’s quick execution reflects it..

Vedanta Resources Secures Fitch Upgrade to ‘BB-’, Best Rating Since 2015

Vedanta Resources Limited (VRL), a global player in metals, oil & gas, critical minerals, power and technology, has received a credit rating upgrade from Fitch Ratings, marking its strongest bond rating in over a decade.Fitch has raised Vedanta Resources’ Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to ‘BB-’ from ‘B+’, while maintaining a Stable Outlook. The agency also upgraded VRL’s senior unsecured rating, along with the ratings of US dollar-denominated bonds issued by Vedanta Resources Finance II Plc and guaranteed by VRL, to ‘BB-’.The upgrade represents Vedan..

NAREDCO NextGen NCR Chapter Launched

The NAREDCO NextGen NCR Chapter was recently launched at Excelerate 2026 in Mumbai, marking a key step towards integrating emerging real estate leaders from the National Capital Region with the national platform. The initiative aims to promote sustainable and responsible urban development through collaboration and knowledge exchange.The event brought together young developers, entrepreneurs, and professionals from across NCR, including Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Faridabad, Bhiwadi, and Meerut. Discussions focused on urban development, finance, sustainability, innovation, and policy, emphasisi..