In a move which surely has brought respite to households across the country, the price of a cooking gas cylinder has been slashed by Rs 200.
The Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that it is a gift to crores of “my sisters of the country on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan.” The Government, he said, will always do everything possible that improves people’s quality of life and benefits the poor and middle class.
The reduction is in addition to the existing targeted subsidy of Rs 200 per cylinder to PMUY households.
There are more than 31 Cr domestic LPG consumers in the country including 9.6 Cr PMUY beneficiary families and the reduction will help all LPG consumers.
The reduction in cooking gas prices surely reflects the Government’s commitment to prioritize the well-being of its citizens and ensure access to essential commodities at reasonable rates.
The announcement is surely a respite notwithstanding calls from various quarters linking the decision to upcoming elections in five states.
The decision will surely bring respite to crores of households whose budgets have been under strain in recent years due to the ever-rising LPG prices. The cost of a cooking gas cylinder had crossed the Rs 1,200 mark in Srinagar recently. The rates had been upwardly revised almost on a monthly basis during 2021, with February that year witnessing three hikes alone.
Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, stated: “We understand the challenges faced by households in managing their budgets. As per the government, the reduction in cooking gas prices is aimed at providing direct relief to families and individuals, while also supporting the Government’s larger goal of ensuring affordable access to essential items.
The reduction in cooking gas prices is expected to have a positive impact on the cost of living for a wide spectrum of society. Government’s step is projected to save significant expenses for households, making an appreciable contribution to the disposable income of citizens.
Easing the financial burden on people should be a regular affair and not the seasonal one with an eye on elections. Public welfare shall always be a top priority, uninfluenced by political and electoral considerations.
In the recent past, the Government says it has been taking various steps to ease the burden of the people and this reduction in cooking gas prices is a testament to the responsiveness to the needs of the people and its unwavering dedication to their welfare. Such decisions are surely welcome and must be taken on a regular basis .
