<h1>Maharashtra Increases Rural Housing Subsidy by Rs 50,000 Under PMAY; Total Funding Now Rs 2.1 Lakh Per Home</h1> The Maharashtra government has announced an additional Rs 50,000 subsidy for rural homes under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, raising total funding to Rs 2.1 lakh per household. The decision, approved by the Chief Minister, is included in the 2025-26 budget. The government aims to complete 20 lakh housing units within a year, with the first tranche for 10 lakh units already distributed. The PMAY scheme targets housing shortages for economically weaker sections and low-income groups, with states approving projects based on eligible beneficiaries. The remaining funds for the next 10 lakh homes will be distributed in the coming weeks.