Categories: State News

HP becomes first state where everyone possess LPG connection

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur has announced that the Himachal Pradesh has become the first state in India where 100% households have LPG gas connections. The feat was achieved by the state with the help of ‘Himachal Grihini Suvidha Yojana’ with the help of which the state government covered the left out families in the state, who were not covered under the Central government’s Pradhan Mantri Ujjawala Yojna.

Boost your Banking Awareness Knowledge with Adda247 Live Batch: TARGET GA BATCH | Banking Awareness Batch for SBI, RRB, RBI and IBPS Exams

According to the Himachal Pradesh government, about 1.36 lakh families of the state have been benefitted under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjawala Yojna while the remaining 2,76,243 families in the state were provided free gas connections under the Himachal Grihini Suvidha Yojana.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh: Jai Ram Thakur; Governor: Bandaru Dattatraya.

Find More State In News Here

Recent Posts

The Forgotten Story of Tamils in Moreh: How Manipur Border Town Became Home to Tamil Diaspora

A brief yet poignant scene in the hit series Family Man 3 has opened a…

9 hours ago

Which Country is Known as the Land of Festivals?

India is often called the Land of Festivals because it celebrates countless festivals throughout the…

10 hours ago

Simone Tata: The Visionary Behind Lakmé and Westside Passes Away at 95

Simone Tata, a transformative figure in India’s business landscape and the step-mother of Ratan Tata,…

11 hours ago

When was IndiGo Airlines Founded and Who Founded It?

IndiGo Airlines is one of India’s most popular and trusted airlines. It is known for…

12 hours ago

Which Country is Known as Deutschland?

Many countries have different names in different languages. One such country is Germany, which is…

12 hours ago

Which River is Known as the Lifeline of Northeast India?

Northeast India is a region full of beautiful landscapes, green forests and rich culture. A…

12 hours ago