The first free gas cylinder under the Deepam-2 scheme will be available only until March 31, and beneficiaries who have not yet availed it are urged to book immediately, announced Minister for Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs, Nadendla Manohar.
As part of the coalition government’s commitment, three free gas cylinders will be provided per year to eligible beneficiaries. So far, 98 lakh people have availed the first free cylinder. The minister assured that the government is fulfilling its Super Six promise.
Beneficiaries must initially pay for the cylinder at the time of booking. Delivery will be completed within 24 hours in urban areas and 48 hours in rural areas. The full amount will be reimbursed within 48 hours of delivery to the beneficiary’s bank account.
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A total of three cylinders per year will be provided for free, but they must be booked once every four months in the following phases:
– April – July (1st booking)
– August – November (2nd booking)
– December – March (3rd booking)
Beneficiaries must hold a ration card and ensure that their Aadhaar is linked to their gas connection and bank account. If the bank account is inactive, it must be reactivated to receive the reimbursement.
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu launched the Deepam-2 scheme on November 1, 2024, as a flagship initiative aimed at improving the living standards of poor families. The state government has allocated Rs 2,684 crore for the scheme.
Beneficiaries who have not yet availed their first free gas cylinder must book it before March 31. For further information or complaints, they can contact the toll-free helpline: 1967.