Distribution of Free House Sites to Scheduled Caste/Other Economically Backward Classes
Through this scheme, the homeless poor Scheduled Caste people, and other Economically backward class people, who meet the eligibility criteria, are provided housing sites to enable them to construct their own houses. Approximately 11,000 persons so far have benefitted from this scheme.
At a glance
| Level | State government |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Government of Puducherry |
| States and UTs | Puducherry |
| Areas | |
| Scheme for | Individuals |
| Tags | Housing, House, Economically Backward Class, Scheduled Caste, EBC, SC |
Before you apply
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