(a) whether the Union Government proposes to direct the State Governments to formulate a uniform housing policy as variation in these policies pose problems in preparation of integrated guidelines;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Union Government has engaged consultants to formulate the draft for the new housing policy with special focus on affordable housing for economically weaker sections in consultation with the State Governments; and
(d) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF HOUSING AND URBAN AFFAIRS
(SHRI HARDEEP SINGH PURI)
(a) & (b): There is no such proposal. However, the National Urban Housing and Habitat Policy (NUHHP), 2007 provides for the policy framework for affordable housing which intends to promote sustainable development of habitat in the country with a view to ensuring equitable supply of land, shelter and services at affordable prices to all sections of society. It prescribes to prepare the State Urban Housing and Habitat Policy (SUHHP) in consultation with Urban Local Bodies.
(c) & (d): No sir, there is no such proposal.
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