Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Tuesday allotted houses to 138 families through a lottery system under an affordable housing project. The beneficiaries, belonging to Ekamra Villa, Maa Bhagabati Basti, Saliasahi, Bhoi Nagar and Saraswati Basti, were provided houses at the Buddha Vihar Affordable Housing Project in Patia.
Mayor Sulochana Das attended the event as the chief guest. Among others present were Deputy Mayor Manjulata Kanhar, BMC Commissioner and BDA Vice-Chairman Chanchal Rana, Standing Committee Chairperson (Slum Settlement) Mahamaya Swain, Additional Commissioner Ratnakar Sahu, Housing Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar Mohanty, corporators and other senior officials.
Das emphasized that while BMC is providing all necessary amenities, beneficiaries must not rent out the allotted houses. She warned that strict action would be taken against anyone found violating this rule.
In his opening remarks, Rana stated that all essential facilities such as drinking water, electricity, sanitation, and nearby shops have been ensured for the relocated families. The housing project would provide not just shelter but also a long-term identity for the beneficiaries and their future generations, he added.
The house allotment was conducted through a lottery draw in the presence of the dignitaries, who later handed over the allotment to the beneficiaries. Many beneficiaries were seen breaking down in tears of joy after receiving their homes. They expressed happiness at finally owning a permanent house in the Capital City, saying it has given them both security and a sense of identity.
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