Transforming Rural Life: Gharkul Housing Project Launched in Thane

The Gharkul project, aimed at constructing 16,903 houses in Thane's rural areas, commenced with a district-wide ceremony. The project seeks to offer permanent housing for families. Key officials like District Collector Ashok Shingare and ZP's CEO Rohan Ghuge presided over the main event in Bhiwandi tehsil.

In a move set to transform rural living standards, the Gharkul project, which plans to erect 16,903 houses, was inaugurated in Maharashtra's Thane district. The ambitious project was launched with ceremonies taking place simultaneously across 431 gram panchayats at 10 am on Thursday.

The initiative aims to provide permanent housing solutions for families in the rural regions of Thane, ensuring improved living conditions. The Thane Zilla Parishad released a statement emphasizing the project's significance in addressing housing needs in these areas.

The district-level 'bhoomi pujan' ceremony was held at Kumbharpada in Rahur gram panchayat, located in the Bhiwandi tehsil. District Collector Ashok Shingare and CEO of the Zilla Parishad, Rohan Ghuge, attended the main event, marking a significant step in this housing initiative.

(With inputs from agencies.)