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LPG Cylinder: In the recent general elections, the BJP-led NDO alliance came to power for the third time. Narendra Modi once again took charge as the Prime Minister. But this time it is known that BJP did not get a full majority. In this order, it seems that steps are being taken to increase the BJP's graph among the people. The government released PM Kisan funds to the farmers last week. It seems that the government has recently taken another decision that will benefit the common man. Continuation of the same cooking gas subsidy. Through Ujjwala Yojana Rs. According to government sources, the Union Cabinet has decided to continue the subsidy of 300 for another 9 months.
Recently, the centre has reduced the prices of 19 kg LPG gas cylinders. It is reported that approval has been given to continue the subsidy on the 14.2 kg LPG cylinders. Before the elections, on Ujjwala Yojana cylinders Rs. 300 subsidy was taken by the Centre. Now it has decided to continue the subsidy till the end of March next year 2025. Apart from this, government sources say that a key decision is likely to be taken on the price of a 5 kg cylinder. After March 2025, a decision will be taken on whether to continue the subsidy or not.
In the financial year 2024-25, the central government has allocated Rs. 12 thousand crores will have to be spent. This subsidy will be deposited in the bank accounts of the beneficiaries. Also, this subsidy is applicable for 12 cylinders per year per family. Rs. 300 subsidy continuation decision will benefit common and middle-class families. Next year 2025, till March Rs. 300 cylinders can be purchased at a discount. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Scheme was launched in 2016 to provide free cylinder connection to the poor. The gas stove is provided free of cost along with the cylinder. The Center said that Ujjwala scheme cylinders have been provided to 10 crore families so far.