India, Sept. 22 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:
In a major step towards women empowerment, Government has approved the release of 25 lakh additional LPG connections under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) during the Financial Year 2025-26. Extending his greetings to women beneficiaries on this occasion, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi stated in a post on X, "On the auspicious occasion of Navratri, I extend my best wishes to all mothers and sisters joining the Ujjwala family. This step not only brings them joy during this sacred festival but also strengthens our resolve towards women empowerment."
Announcing the decision earlier today, Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, stated, "With the onset of Navratri, the decision to provide 25 lakh deposit-free LPG connections under Ujjwala is yet another testimony of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's commitment to treat women with the same respect accorded to Goddess Durga. This strengthens our resolve for the dignity and empowerment of mothers and sisters. Ujjwala has emerged as one of the most impactful social welfare schemes in India-transforming kitchens, safeguarding health, and brightening the future of families across the country."
The rest of the document can be viewed at https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2169676
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