International Women's Day: PM Modi announces cut in LPG prices by Rs 100

New Delhi: In a big announcement on International Women's Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the LPG cylinder prices will be slashed by £100.

Affordable Cooking Gas for All

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a statement, emphasised that this reduction aims not only to make cooking gas more affordable but also to support the overall well-being of families and contribute to a healthier environment.

"Today, on Women's Day, our government has decided to reduce LPG cylinder prices by £100. This will significantly ease the financial burden on millions of households across the country, especially benefiting our Nari Shakti," PM Modi posted on social media handle X on Friday.

Commitment to Women's Empowerment

"By making cooking gas more affordable, we also aim to support the well-being of families and ensure a healthier environment. This is in line with our commitment to empowering women and ensuring 'Ease of Living' for them," he added.

Wishes for International Women's Day

Prime Minister Modi also extended wishes on the occasion of International Women's Day.

"Greetings on International Women's Day! We salute the strength, courage, and resilience of our Nari Shakti and laud their accomplishments across various fields. Our government is committed to empowering women through initiatives in education, entrepreneurship, agriculture, technology and more. This is also reflected in our accomplishments in the last decade," PM Modi posted on X.

Government's Contribution: 14.17 Crore Free LPG Refills

The central government has provided 14.17 crore free LPG refills across the country under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, as per an official statement made earlier.

"The government had provided up to three free refills to PMUY beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package from April 2020 to December 2020 etc. Under this scheme, 14.17 crore free refills were provided across the country," Minister of State in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Rameswar Teli, stated in a written reply in Rajya Sabha.

(With ANI inputs)

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