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CPWD 172nd Annual Day and MoHUA SANKALP Framework

15 July 20261 min read
GOVERNMENT SCHEMESCPWD 172ndAnnual Day andMoHUA SANKALPFramework15 July 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

CPWD held its 172nd Annual Day celebration, and the Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry used the occasion to introduce a new framework for public works.

Key facts

  • Organisation: Central Public Works Department (CPWD), 172nd Annual Day.
  • Venue: Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi.
  • Unveiled by: Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal.
  • SANKALP Framework: meant to raise the quality, sustainability and efficiency of public infrastructure.
  • Two publications covering India’s urban development story were also released.

Exam angle

  • Annual Day number: 172nd.
  • Ministry behind the framework: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA).
  • Name to recall: SANKALP Framework.

Test yourself

1. Which framework did Manohar Lal unveil at CPWD's 172nd Annual Day?

The SANKALP Framework was unveiled to improve public infrastructure.

2. Where was the 172nd Annual Day of CPWD celebrated?

The event took place at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi.

3. The SANKALP Framework was unveiled by the minister of which ministry?

Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal launched it.

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