Recent Housing Scheme: PMAY (Urban) Affordable Housing Project – Sevasi & Vemali
The Vadodara Urban Development Authority (VUDA) has recently launched a large-scale affordable housing project under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) scheme. This project aims to provide safe, affordable, and modern homes to the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Low-Income Group (LIG) families in the Vadodara region.
The housing scheme is being ...
Recent Housing Scheme: PMAY (Urban) Affordable Housing Project – Sevasi & Vemali
The Vadodara Urban Development Authority (VUDA) has recently launched a large-scale affordable housing project under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) scheme. This project aims to provide safe, affordable, and modern homes to the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Low-Income Group (LIG) families in the Vadodara region.
The housing scheme is being developed at two key locations — Sevasi (TP1, FP 119 & 133) and Vemali (TP1, FP 109, 119 & 114). Together, these projects will offer 820 housing units, including 520 EWS and 300 LIG houses. The estimated total project cost is around ?60.44 crore. Each site will have proper infrastructure, including paved internal roads, water supply, electricity connections, and drainage facilities.
The Vemali site will include 200 EWS and 180 LIG houses, while the Sevasi site will include 320 EWS and 120 LIG houses. These housing units are designed with efficient space use and basic amenities to ensure comfort and quality living for residents. This initiative reflects VUDA’s commitment to inclusive urban growth and support for the central government’s vision of Housing for All.
About Vadodara Urban Development Authority (VUDA)
The Vadodara Urban Development Authority (VUDA) is the primary organization responsible for the planned and regulated urban development of the Vadodara region in Gujarat. It was established under the Gujarat Town Planning and Urban Development Act, 1976, to ensure sustainable and systematic city expansion.
VUDA’s jurisdiction includes Vadodara city and several nearby villages and towns. Its main functions include preparing and implementing Town Planning (TP) Schemes, promoting affordable housing, developing public infrastructure, and ensuring proper land-use planning. Over the years, VUDA has successfully developed multiple residential and commercial projects catering to various income groups.
Vision and Objectives
VUDA’s vision is to create a planned, inclusive, and sustainable urban environment that provides quality housing, infrastructure, and amenities for all citizens. Its main objectives include:
• Promoting affordable housing for EWS and LIG categories through government-supported schemes.
• Ensuring balanced and regulated growth by implementing structured town planning schemes.
• Developing modern infrastructure such as roads, parks, and drainage systems in residential zones.
• Encouraging eco-friendly and livable townships with open green spaces and essential public facilities.
• Maintaining transparency and fairness in land allocation, housing allotments, and e-auction processes.
Through these objectives, VUDA aims to strengthen Vadodara’s position as a well-planned and progressive urban centre that accommodates both development and sustainability.
Conclusion
The PMAY (Urban) housing project at Sevasi and Vemali highlights VUDA’s dedication to fulfilling the housing needs of lower and middle-income families in Vadodara. With its focus on affordability, infrastructure, and sustainability, VUDA continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the city’s growth and providing citizens with opportunities to own quality homes. Its ongoing initiatives reflect the authority’s vision of ensuring that every family in Vadodara has access to a safe and dignified living space.
