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Details of Housing Schemes by the ST Development Department (2018-19 to 2023-24)


•    The number of beneficiaries was relatively low in the first two years, with only 233 beneficiaries in 2018-19 and a decrease to 123 beneficiaries in 2019-20.
•    A significant drop occurred in 2020-21, with only 18 beneficiaries. This sharp decline could be attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic and its associated restrictions, which may have delayed or limited the implementation of housing schemes.
•    A considerable increase was observed in 2021-22, with 1,047 beneficiaries. This indicates a recovery and possibly an expansion of the housing scheme efforts following the pandemic's peak period.
•    In 2022-23, the number of beneficiaries peaked at 1,744, the highest during this period, reflecting a major push in housing scheme coverage.
•    As of September 30, 2023, the department has reached 736 beneficiaries. If this trend continues, the final figure for 2023-24 may exceed 1,000, though it may not reach the 2022-23 peak.
•    Despite fluctuations, there is an upward trend in the number of beneficiaries after the initial years, with a notable peak in 2022-23.

Conclusion:

•    The ST Development Department's housing schemes have shown steady growth in the number of beneficiaries over the years, with a major increase after the initial setbacks and the pandemic's impact in 2020-21. 
•    The peak in 2022-23 indicates an effective expansion of housing support for the ST population. Although the current year's data (up to September 30, 2023) shows a slight decline compared to the previous year, it remains substantial and indicates sustained efforts by the department.
•    The data suggests a positive trend in the department's housing initiatives, with increasing accessibility and support for the ST community.