President Droupadi Murmu has launched a new welfare scheme in Delhi, offering two free LPG cylinders annually to ration card-holding families. The benefit will be provided during Holi and Diwali, with funds transferred directly into Aadhaar-linked bank accounts via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
In a festive gesture coinciding with Holi, President Droupadi Murmu today unveiled a landmark welfare initiative in Delhi aimed at easing household expenses for millions of families. The scheme, announced at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium under the banner "Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Delhi," promises two free LPG cylinders every year to ration card holders.
The Delhi government, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, emphasized that the initiative is designed to support low-income households and empower women by reducing the financial burden of cooking fuel. The scheme will benefit approximately 15.5 lakh families across the capital.
Key Highlights
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Two free LPG cylinders annually for ration card holders
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Distribution scheduled during Holi and Diwali festivals
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Financial assistance credited directly via DBT into Aadhaar-linked accounts
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Scheme expected to cover 1.55 million families in Delhi
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Part of a broader welfare push including women-centric initiatives like the Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana and Pink Mobility Card for free bus travel
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Launch event titled "Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Delhi" underscored the government’s focus on empowerment and inclusive growth
This initiative not only fulfills a major election promise but also strengthens Delhi’s welfare framework by combining financial relief with digital transparency through DBT. By aligning benefits with festive occasions, the scheme aims to bring both economic support and symbolic joy to families during times of celebration.
Sources: Central Chronicle, The Hans India, United News of India, Goodreturns