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Rajasthan Receives Thousands of New Homes and Farm Support

The central government approved the construction of 2,89,355 permanent houses in Rajasthan, aiming to replace temporary dwellings.

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Key Points

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2,89,355 new solid houses approved, costing 3,473 crore rupees

Eligibility expanded to include families with two‑wheelers and higher income ceiling for women

Fertilizer subsidised to 266 rupees per bag for farmers

Transparent beneficiary lists to be displayed at district and village council levels

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Eligibility rules were widened: families owning a two‑wheel vehicle and women earning up to 15,000 rupees per month can now qualify.

Farmers will be supplied fertilizer at a subsidised price of 266 rupees per bag, far below market rates.

Local village councils will publish clear lists of beneficiaries to ensure fairness and allow objections.

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10 words

beneficiary

a person who receives the benefit or aid

transparent

open and easy for everyone to see and understand

panchayat

the local governing body of a village or group of villages

eligible

meeting the required conditions to receive something

criteria

the standards or rules used to decide who qualifies

empowerment

the process of giving people more control over their lives

investment

spending money now to gain benefits later

fertiliser

substances added to soil to help crops grow better

legislation

laws or rules that are created by a governing body

roadmap

a detailed plan outlining steps to achieve a goal

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