Delhi Free LPG Cylinder Scheme

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

• The Delhi Cabinet approved the Free LPG Cylinder Scheme on 03-02-2026 for the residents of the National Capital Territory.
• Chief Minister Rekha Gupta formally announced the cabinet's decision to implement the Delhi Nishulk Gas Cylinder Yojana in the State.
• Now on 02-03-2026, the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu officially launched the Delhi Government's Free LPG Cylinder Scheme.
• The government launched this scheme to reduce the financial burden of rising LPG prices on low-income households, especially during major festivals.
• Through this initiative, the Delhi Government reinforces its commitment to promoting clean cooking fuel and improving residents' quality of life.
• Under the scheme, eligible beneficiaries will receive the benefit of two domestic LPG cylinders free of cost every year.
• Families holding a valid ration card will receive one free cylinder each on the occasions of Holi and Diwali.
• The Delhi Government will transfer Rs. 853, which equals the cost of one domestic LPG cylinder, directly into the beneficiary's bank account.
• However, beneficiaries covered under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana will receive Rs. 553 per cylinder.
• The government will deduct Rs. 300, as this amount already comes as a subsidy from the Central Government.
• The Chief Minister further clarified that households using PNG connections will also receive financial assistance equivalent to the price of one LPG cylinder under this scheme.
• To ensure smooth implementation, the Delhi Government has allocated a budget of Rs. 242.77 crore for the scheme.
• On the 2nd of March 2026, eligible beneficiaries received Rs. 853 directly in their bank accounts to purchase a gas cylinder under the Delhi Government's Free LPG Cylinder Scheme.
• Around 15.5 Lakh beneficiaries had received Rs. 129 crore directly into their Aadhaar-linked bank account.
• Contact your gas distribution agency in case you didn't receive the number of cylinders as transferred by the Delhi Government under the Free LPG Cylinder Scheme.
• Further, the Delhi Government is also set to launch "Mahila Samriddhi Yojana" in the state, in which monthly financial assistance will be provided to eligible women beneficiaries.

Scheme Benefits

• The government will provide free gas cylinders on the occasions of Holi and Diwali.
• Each eligible beneficiary will receive the complete purchase value of one LPG cylinder.
• Domestic LPG consumers will receive Rs. 853 in their bank account, while beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana will receive Rs. 553.
• Households using a PNG (Piped Natural Gas) connection will also qualify to receive the prescribed amount.
• The government will transfer the cylinder amount directly into the beneficiary's bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Eligibility Requirements

• Only families who are permanent residents of Delhi will qualify under the scheme.
• The beneficiary household must possess a valid and active ration card.
• Beneficiaries enrolled under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana are also eligible to avail the benefit.
• The government will provide one free LPG cylinder exclusively on the occasions of Holi and Diwali.
• Households with a PNG (Piped Natural Gas) connection will also fall within the scope of this scheme.
• Commercial LPG connections are not eligible for benefits under this scheme.

Required Documents

• Ration Card.
• Beneficiary Aadhaar Card.
• Bank Account Number.
• Gas Connection Book.

Steps to Apply

• Under the Delhi Government's Free LPG Cylinder Scheme the beneficiaries do not need to submit any separate application to receive the free LPG cylinder during Holi and Diwali.
• The government will obtain the list of eligible beneficiaries through the respective gas distribution agencies.
• Based on this verified data, the subsidy amount equivalent to the cost of one LPG cylinder will be transferred directly into the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
• Once the amount is credited, the beneficiary must use the same funds to purchase the LPG cylinder from their registered gas agency.
• The government does not supply a free physical cylinder separately, instead, financial assistance is provided in advance or as reimbursement, as per the scheme framework.
• If, for any reason, the cylinder amount is not credited to your bank account, you should immediately contact your registered gas distribution agency.
• While doing so, keep your consumer number, Aadhaar details, and bank account information ready for verification.
• The agency will check your eligibility status, Aadhaar-bank linkage, and DBT activation.
• If required, you may also need to update your KYC details to ensure smooth transfer of benefits in future instalments of the Free LPG Cylinder Scheme.

Relevant Links

• Delhi Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Website.

Contact Information

• Delhi Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Email :- cfood@nic.in