Fire Regulations and Urban Housing – A Comparative Analysis
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Summary
India faces a shortage of about 9.4 million affordable homes in its cities, and building upwards is one of the few ways to close that gap on scarce urban land. Fire-safety rules are essential to protect residents, but they also […] The post Fire Regulations and Urban Housing – A Comparative Analysis appeared first on Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR).
Key Facts
TypeAnalysis
SourceCentre for Public Policy Research
PublishedThursday, 8 October 2026
Affected Population~100 million urban housing shortage, 30 million rural
Key Numbers
PMAY: 4.13 crore houses total sanctioned
Urban housing shortage: 10 million units
Affordable Housing Fund: Rs 25,000 crore
PMAY-U: 1.18 crore houses sanctioned
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA IIIBJP-led NDA
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