Free LPG Cylinder: This Diwali will be special for millions of women in Uttar Pradesh.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s government has announced a big gift for women registered under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana — a free LPG cylinder under the UP Free Gas Cylinder Scheme.
Under this scheme, Ujjwala consumers get one free refilled LPG cylinder on Diwali and Holi. For this year, the Diwali distribution process has already begun in October.
What is the UP Free Gas Cylinder Scheme?
This scheme is meant for women enrolled in the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana. It provides one free gas cylinder during festivals.
However, beneficiaries must first pay for the cylinder at the gas agency. The same amount is later refunded to their bank account as a subsidy, meaning they get the cylinder free of cost.
e-KYC is mandatory
To receive the benefit, consumers must complete e-KYC.
Women can do this online through the official Ujjwala Yojana website by selecting their gas provider — Indane, HP, or Bharat Gas.
Those without internet access can complete the process at their nearest gas agency.
If e-KYC is not done, the subsidy payment may get delayed.
Who can apply?
Women who have not yet registered under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana can also apply.
New beneficiaries receive a free gas connection, regulator, pipe, and the first filled cylinder. They also get a ₹300 subsidy per cylinder for up to nine cylinders per year.
The scheme is open to women aged 18 and above who belong to SC, ST, BPL, Extremely Backward Classes, or are beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Rural) or Antyodaya Anna Yojana.
Women from families listed under the 14-point poverty line are also eligible.
