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Manipur's Clean Fuel Push: How Free LPG Connections Empower Women

The Manipur government has announced the rollout of free LPG connections for women under the latest phase of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana. This initiative aims to reach families, especially in rural and remote areas, who were missed in earlier phases. Officials highlight that over 222,000 connections have already been provided in the state, with a national target of 25 lakh new connections. The program continues to focus on reducing household drudgery and improving health through access to clean cooking fuel.

Key Points: Manipur Launches Free LPG Connections Under PMUY Phase 3.0

  • Phase 3.0 targets 25 lakh free LPG connections nationwide for 2025-2026
  • Over 222,000 free connections already provided in Manipur under previous phases
  • Scheme focuses on rural, remote, and hill areas still without coverage
  • District Ujjwala Committees formed to ensure proper implementation and eligibility
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Manipur launches free LPG connections under Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana phase 3.0

Manipur rolls out free LPG connections for eligible women under PMUY 3.0, aiming to cover all remaining households and empower families with clean cooking fuel.

"The new phase aims to cover all households left out in the earlier phases. - Rajjyoti Das, Divisional LPG Sales Head, Silchar"

Imphal, Dec 10

The Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (CAF & PD) Department of the Manipur government on Wednesday announced the rollout of free LPG connections for eligible women beneficiaries under Phase 3.0 of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY).

The Manipur government's initiative follows the government of India's recent announcement of the release of 25 lakh additional free LPG connections, strengthening its vision of women empowerment, improved health outcomes and reduced household drudgery through access to LPG.

Speaking to the media, Rajjyoti Das, Divisional LPG Sales Head, Silchar, Indane Divisional Office, highlighted the key features of the PMUY scheme phase 3.0, including eligibility criteria and documents required for availing LPG connections.

Noting that many families, particularly in rural, remote and hill areas, still remain uncovered, he stated that the new phase aims to cover all households left out in the earlier phases.

Das mentioned that the scheme targets 25 lakh free LPG connections for 2025-2026 and urged eligible families deprived of or unable to afford LPG connections to take advantage of the scheme.

Manipur government's Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (CAF & PD) Department Director K. Bono Singh said that altogether 222, 010 free LPG connections have already been provided in the state under the PMUY scheme.

He reiterated that the PMUY Phase 3.0 aims to cover those families who have not yet received LPG connections.

Singh added that District Ujjwala Committees have also been constituted to oversee the implementation of the PMUY scheme to ensure that only eligible households receive connections.

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) Scheme was launched by the Prime Minister in May 2016 to provide deposit-free LPG connections to adult women from rural and deprived households across the country, ensuring access to clean, safe and affordable cooking fuel.

Over 10.33 crore deposit-free domestic LPG have been provided to women from economically weaker households across the country in Phase 1 (2016) and Phase 2 (2021).

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good initiative, but the real challenge is the refill cost. Many families get the free cylinder but then struggle to pay for gas refills. The government should also look at subsidizing the refills more effectively for BPL families.
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Meera T
As someone from the Northeast, I'm glad to see focus on hill and remote areas. Often schemes get concentrated in the plains. Hope the District Ujjwala Committees ensure smooth and corruption-free distribution. Jai Hind!
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David E
Working in public health here, the health benefits of moving away from biomass cooking are enormous. Reduced respiratory illnesses in women and children. This is a crucial step for development. Well done.
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Aman W
Over 10 crore connections already! That's a massive number. Shows the scale of the scheme. Hope they reach the last mile in Manipur. Every household deserves clean fuel.
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Sneha F
The focus on women beneficiaries is the best part. It empowers them directly, saves their time and health. My only request is to simplify the document process for those in very remote locations.

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