A CASE STUDY ON LIFE MISSION SCHEME IN PIRAVOM MUNICIPALITY, ERANAKULAM DISTRICT, KERALA

Abstract

It is essential for every country to have a policy which provides access to adequate shelter to its population especially to the poorest and vulnerable with the basic amenities of water, sanitation, and domestic energy. A massive housing campaign was organized to build houses for families having no land or housing. Emphasis will be on financial empowerment and providing means for livelihood. All landless and homeless will be rehabilitated. The present housing schemes of Government of Kerala like LIFE Mission has positive impact on human development particularly in rural areas. To provide quality housing options to the underprivileged sections of society, the Kerala government has unveiled a Livelihood Inclusion and Financial Empowerment (LIFE) programme.