Andhra Pradesh Free Gas Cylinder Scheme: Check eligibility, benefits and more

The Andhra Pradesh government is diligently working to fulfill its election promises. The TDP, Jana Sena, and BJP alliance outlined several commitments to the people, known as 'Super 6,' during the elections. Now in power, they are set to implement these promises. In a significant announcement made during the NDA Assembly Party meeting today, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu revealed plans for distributing free gas cylinders.

Clarity on Free Gas Cylinder Scheme :  

The Andhra Pradesh government is working to ease the financial burden on poor and middle-class families. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu announced that the Free Gas Cylinder Distribution Scheme, promised during the elections, will be launched soon. This initiative is set to officially debut during the upcoming Diwali festival.

The election manifesto included the Mahashakti scheme, which promises free gas cylinders. With this initiative, CM Chandrababu Naidu is set to begin implementing the Super Six promises. The coalition government will provide three gas cylinders free of charge to poor and middle-class families each year.

However, it is likely that a white ration card will be required to qualify for the free gas cylinder scheme. The distribution will be done in the name of women in families holding this card. There are indications that CM Chandrababu Naidu himself will officially launch the scheme during Diwali.

Alliance Election Promises : 

Three gas cylinders to every house as part of 'Deepam' scheme 

Financial assistance of Rs15,000 per year to every mother if she has school-going children

Assistance of Rs1,500 to every girl child who has completed 18 years of age under the Amma Vodi scheme 

Free travel facility for all women in RTC buses. 

Jobs for 20 lakh unemployed youth in the state under the name of Yuva Galam. Also, an unemployment allowance of Rs 3,000 per month for the unemployed

Input assistance of Rs 20,000 per year to farmers. 

Installation of taps to supply drinking water to every house

Special Protection Act for BCs. 

Implementation of schemes from Diwali : 

CM Chandrababu Naidu announced that the rollout of welfare schemes for the people who delivered a landslide victory in the elections will begin on Diwali. A meeting was held at CK Convention in Mangalagiri, attended by TDP, Jana Sena, and BJP alliance MLAs, MPs, and MLCs. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan and BJP State President Purandeswari joined CM Chandrababu for the event. 

Chandrababu Naidu stated that the distribution of gas cylinders will mark the beginning of implementing election promises one by one. He assured that every commitment made to the people will be honored. Chandrababu urged the alliance's MLAs, MLCs, and MPs to also fulfill the promises made to their constituents. He emphasized the importance of advancing state development while prioritizing public welfare over the next five years.

Chandrababu Naidu highlighted the sacred responsibility they all share, stressing the need to prioritize the welfare of the people. He encouraged everyone to focus on daily efforts for the poor and advised coalition representatives to uphold the law. Chandrababu commended the strong coordination shown during the elections and urged them to maintain that momentum with even greater determination.