Kolkata Flats for 6 Lakhs! State's Huge Initiative for Middle Class, EWS & LIG

• West Bengal government offers 1 BHK flats in Newtown for EWS families at just 6 lakh rupees under the 'Nijanna' project.
• 'Nijanna' flats are 298 sq ft; applicants' monthly income must be under 25,000 rupees, with a 60,000 rupees initial deposit.
• 'Sujanna' project provides 2 BHK flats (617.63 sq ft) for LIG at 32 lakh rupees, for families earning 25,001-65,000 rupees monthly.
• Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee inaugurated 'Nijanna' (490 flats) and 'Sujanna' (720 flats) in July, totaling 1,210 affordable homes.
• Applications will be online via HIDCO's website, with selection through a lottery; state subsidizes the project significantly.

Why It Matters: West Bengal government launches affordable housing in Newtown, offering flats from 6 lakh rupees.