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flag India to give 2.5 million free LPG connections during Navratri, part of a 10.6 crore initiative for poor women.

flag The Indian government will distribute 2.5 million free LPG connections under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana during Navratri, bringing the total to 10.60 crore. flag Each connection includes a free cylinder, stove, regulator, and fittings, with the government covering the Rs 2,050 cost. flag The scheme, launched in 2016, provides deposit-free LPG access to women from poor households, promoting clean cooking, health improvements, and empowerment. flag Over 10.33 crore families receive a Rs 300 refill subsidy, reducing the cost to Rs 553—lower than in many global LPG-producing nations. flag The initiative aligns with Navratri’s celebration of feminine strength and is credited with transforming household living conditions.

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