The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) marked 2025 with substantial progress across urban infrastructure, highlighting India’s push towards sustainable, inclusive, and equitable cities. Key developments spanned metro expansion, electric mobility, sanitation, water and sewerage systems, and affordable housing, reinforcing integrated urban development aligned with the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.
India’s metro network crossed the 1,000-kilometre threshold, reaching 1,090 km across 26 cities. During the year, metro projects covering 84.57 km were sanctioned at an investment of Rs 259.32 billion, while approximately 85.62 km of new lines became operational. Priority corridors in Bhopal, Indore, and Bengaluru were inaugurated, providing significant mobility enhancements. “Expanded metro coverage has directly improved daily commuting efficiency and urban accessibility for millions,” an urban transport official said. Complementing rail-based urban mobility, the PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme was launched, marking a strategic shift to sustainable, zero-emission public transport. The initiative sanctioned 3,622 electric buses and allocated Rs 607 million for supporting infrastructure, including depots and charging networks. Urban planners emphasised that e-bus deployment not only reduces carbon emissions but also strengthens resilience of public transport networks in India’s rapidly growing cities.
Sanitation and environmental stewardship remained central to MoHUA’s 2025 agenda. Over 18 crore citizens participated in Swachhata Hi Seva campaigns, while the Dumpsite Remediation Accelerator Programme was introduced to address legacy waste, aiming for zero dumpsites by 2026. Industry experts noted that accelerated waste remediation improves public health, reduces pollution, and contributes to circular economy objectives in urban areas. Housing and livelihoods also progressed. Under PMAY-Urban, more than 12.2 million affordable homes have been sanctioned, supporting low- and middle-income populations. Meanwhile, the PM SVANidhi scheme extended to March 2030 has provided over one crore microloans to 7 million street vendors, enhancing financial inclusion and fostering resilient local economies.
Water and sewerage infrastructure saw transformative growth under AMRUT and AMRUT 2.0, with 3.3 million tap connections and 2 million sewer connections established or upgraded. Treated water reuse initiatives are being scaled, ensuring sustainable resource management and reducing urban water stress. Collectively, MoHUA’s 2025 achievements reflect an integrated approach to urban development—linking mobility, sanitation, housing, and livelihoods. Officials emphasised that continued investment in infrastructure, digital systems, and sustainable technologies will be critical to realising long-term equity, climate resilience, and livable cities.
MoHUA Records Major Progress Across Metro Housing Sanitation And Water Infrastructure
