Himachal Pradesh government’s flagship program, Mukhya Mantri Grihini Suvidha Yojana, aims to give free LPG connections to family heads without gas connections, especially those who would not otherwise be eligible for Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana. By lowering the reliance on wood for burning, the program seeks to improve the health and standard of life of women in Himachal Pradesh while lowering the level of indoor pollution.
Details of the Scheme
- The program tackles indoor air pollution caused by burning wood, especially for cooking, which disproportionately impacts women.
- It provides families in Himachal Pradesh who were not covered by PMUY with free LPG connections.
- In addition to improving health outcomes, the program lessens reliance on conventional fuels like firewood by providing LPG connections at no cost.
Key Benefits
- Benefits include receiving a domestically usable cylinder and one complimentary LPG hookup.
- Providing two more cylinders to households with less financial clout.
- Complete coverage under the PMUY for families that are excluded.
- Enhanced health advantages from reducing exposure to wood smoke.
- Improved living conditions for households and women.
Qualifications for Eligibility
- Residential Status: Himachal Pradesh is where the applicant resides.
- Economic Status: The applicant is classified as being below the poverty line (BPL).
- Prior Connections: Neither the applicant’s name nor any other family member’s name should have a registered LPG connection.
- Other Plans: The applicant shouldn’t have obtained an LPG connection through a government program.
How to Apply for the Scheme
Offline Procedure
- Application Website:
- Go to food.hp.nic.in and get the forms.
- Download the Form:
- Under the Citizen Services heading on the homepage, select Downloadable Forms.
- Choose the Himachal Grihini Suvidha Yojana Form and either download it or see it online.
- Complete the Forms:
- Complete the HP Grihini Suvidha Yojana Application Form and the e-KYC Form that you were given.
- Attach the Required Files:
- Compile every document pertaining to verification of address and identification.
- Send in the Forms:
- To benefit from this program, send your application form and supporting documentation to the appropriate authorities.
Documents Needed
- Application Form: Obtain from a designated authority or the official website.
- Proof of Address:
- Passport, Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, or Ration Card.
- Proof of Address (Bills):
- Phone bill or electricity bill.
- Voter ID cards, PAN cards, driving licenses, or Aadhaar cards.
Commonly Asked Questions
- The Grihini Suvidha Yojana is open to whom?
- Any family in Himachal Pradesh that does not currently have an LPG connection and is not registered in the PMUY Scheme may apply.