The Delhi government, led by chief minister Rekha Gupta, has approved a new welfare initiative to provide free LPG (cooking gas) cylinders to low‑income families ahead of the Holi festival in March. The decision was taken by the delhi Cabinet as part of the government’s campaign promises and broader social support measures.
🎉 What Is the Scheme?
- The scheme aims to offer one free LPG cooking gas cylinder to eligible households in the capital on the occasion of Holi.
- A similar provision is planned for the diwali festival later in the year as well.
- The government has allocated around ₹300 crore for this initiative.
👩👩👧 Who Will Benefit?
✅ Economically Weaker Section (EWS) Families — The scheme primarily targets families from economically weaker households in delhi who hold valid ration cards, making them eligible for free gas cylinder support.
💡 Officials have clarified that instead of physical cylinders being delivered door‑to‑door, the cost of one LPG cylinder will be credited directly into the beneficiaries’ Aadhaar‑linked bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. This allows eligible families to buy a cylinder themselves from their usual gas distributor.
🧾 Context and Background
- This move fulfils a pre‑poll promise made by the bharatiya janata party (BJP) during the delhi Assembly elections, where the party pledged free LPG cylinders for poor families on major festivals like holi and diwali, alongside other support measures.
- The aim is to provide festival‑specific financial relief to low‑income residents, helping them with essential household expenses during important cultural occasions.
📌 In summary:
The free gas cylinder benefit announced by cm Rekha Gupta will primarily help economically weaker (EWS) families in Delhi by crediting the cost of a gas cylinder directly into their bank accounts before the Holi festival, making cooking fuel more affordable during the festive season.
Disclaimer:
The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.
click and follow Indiaherald WhatsApp channel