The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana free LPG connections scheme will benefit 25 lakh women in Bihar this year. Under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana free LPG connections drive, eligible women from poor families will receive gas connections at no cost. The move aims to improve health and make cooking safer.
Many women in rural areas still cook with firewood and coal. Smoke from these fuels causes serious health problems. The new LPG connections will help families shift to clean fuel and reduce indoor pollution.
Officials said around 10 lakh applications are pending in the state. District-level committees will speed up the approval and distribution process. Gas agencies have received instructions to ensure smooth delivery.
The government expects the scheme to empower women and improve their quality of life across Bihar.
