Gurugram Prioritizes Migrant Workers with New Mini LPG Cylinder Access
Migrant workers get priority as Gurugram expands mini LPG cylinder access
Hindustan Times
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Gurugram district is prioritizing migrant workers and laborers by offering 5 kg mini LPG cylinders without requiring prior connections. Each cylinder costs around ₹1,500 (approximately $18 USD) with refills at ₹600 (about $7 USD), aimed at preventing black market sales and ensuring affordable access to cooking fuel.
- 01Migrant workers can now access 5 kg mini LPG cylinders without prior connections.
- 02Each cylinder costs approximately ₹1,500, with refills at ₹600.
- 0358 gas distributors in Gurugram are instructed to maintain daily reserves of mini cylinders.
- 04Low demand and awareness issues are hindering uptake among workers.
- 05Industries can now directly approach gas agencies for commercial LPG supplies.
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The Gurugram district administration has initiated a program to prioritize migrant workers and laborers lacking LPG connections by offering access to 5 kg mini LPG cylinders. These cylinders, available for ₹1,500 (approximately $18 USD) with a refill cost of ₹600 (around $7 USD), can be purchased by any valid Aadhaar holder without the need for a prior LPG connection. This initiative aims to combat black marketing and ensure affordable cooking fuel access. Officials reported that 58 gas distributors in the area have been instructed to keep a daily reserve of 15-20 mini cylinders. However, demand has been limited, with only 60-70 cylinders sold over two days recently, attributed to a lack of awareness among workers. Efforts are underway to inform industrial workers about this option, as many still rely on unauthorized markets. The administration has also streamlined the process for industries to procure commercial LPG and PNG supplies directly from gas distribution agencies, enhancing access during the ongoing supply crisis.
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This initiative provides affordable cooking fuel to migrant workers, reducing their reliance on black market options and improving their living conditions.
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