Housing scheme for middle class

The government will launch a housing scheme for deserving middle class to buy or build their own houses, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said.

Sitharaman said the government will also adopt an economic approach that facilitates sustainable development and improves productivity.

She also mentioned rooftop solar panels to ensure one crore household free electricity of up to 300 units per month, leading to household savings of Rs 15,000-18,000 annually.

The finance minister said the government will set up more medical colleges, utilising existing hospital infrastructure.