Diwali Gift For Women: UP Government Offers Free LPG Cylinders Under Ujjwala Yojana
Ahead of Diwali, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced a significant benefit for women. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath revealed that all beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) will receive free LPG cylinders as a festive gift. The CM has instructed officials to ensure timely distribution, so all eligible women can benefit before Diwali celebrations begin.
CM Yogi’s Diwali Announcement
UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath shared this news via social media, confirming that free LPG cylinders will be provided to all PMUY beneficiaries this Diwali. The scheme is aimed at ensuring clean cooking fuel access to women from economically weaker sections, reducing their dependency on traditional cooking methods like chulhas, which pose health risks.
What is the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana?
Launched by the government, the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana aims to provide affordable LPG connections to women, especially those living in rural areas. Many women in these areas still rely on wood or coal-fired stoves, which contribute to various respiratory and lung diseases. The Ujjwala scheme helps these women switch to cleaner, safer cooking options by offering free LPG connections and stoves.
CM Yogi’s Diwali Announcement
UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath shared this news via social media, confirming that free LPG cylinders will be provided to all PMUY beneficiaries this Diwali. The scheme is aimed at ensuring clean cooking fuel access to women from economically weaker sections, reducing their dependency on traditional cooking methods like chulhas, which pose health risks.
What is the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana?
Launched by the government, the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana aims to provide affordable LPG connections to women, especially those living in rural areas. Many women in these areas still rely on wood or coal-fired stoves, which contribute to various respiratory and lung diseases. The Ujjwala scheme helps these women switch to cleaner, safer cooking options by offering free LPG connections and stoves.
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