SHEHRI SAMRIDHI UTSAV

Jan. 19, 2019

Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs will be organising a fortnight of events named Shehri Samridhi Utsav all over the country focusing on urban livelihoods from Feb 1 to 15.

About:

  • Objective: The event aims at extending the outreach of Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Urban Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NULM) to the poorest of poor and the most vulnerable. 

  • Key highlights: During the fortnight various activities will be organized across the country with active participation from the States and Cities. 
    • A survey named ‘Safety Net Survey’ is being conducted to identify eligible SHG members not covered by government programs. The survey will be completed by 31st January 2019 and the sanction letters/benefits will be distributed during the event. 

    • A new platform called ‘Shehri Sahabhagita Manch’ has been proposed for regular meetings of ULB officials with SHG federations. 

    • A National Conference on Street Vending will also be held to discuss way forward to support livelihoods of street vendors. 



Source : PIB