Centre allocates Rs 1,650 cr to extend PMUY for 7.5 million LPG connections
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given its nod to the continuation of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) to provide 7.5 million LPG connections.
This extension will span three years, from the financial year 2023-24 to 2025-26, with a total allocation of Rs 1,650 crore.
The scheme will offer connections at the following rates:
14.2 kg single bottle connection – Rs 2,200 per connection
5 kg double bottle connection – Rs 2,200 per connection
5 kg single bottle connection – Rs 1,300 per connection
