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Pratyaksh Hanstantrit Labh / Direct Benefits Transfer For LPG
Ministry: Ministry Of Petroleum and Natural Gas
PAHAL (DBTL) has been introduced to curb the diversion of subsidized LPG. Under the scheme, Consumers will pay the market price for the domestic cylinder and the subsidy will be transferred directly to their bank account
Start date15 Nov 2014
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About This Scheme
"Pratyaksh Hanstantrit Labh / Direct Benefits Transfer For LPG (PAHAL)" launched by the Ministry Of Petroleum and Natural Gas, ensures transparency by transferring LPG subsidies directly to consumers' bank accounts, eliminating diversion and reducing subsidy leakages. It empowers users, improves delivery, and enables self-selection for subsidy, with provisions for Aadhaar-linked and non-Aadhaar-linked accounts. This initiative protects consumer entitlement, prevents fraud, and promotes efficient subsidy management.
Benefits
Direct Subsidy Transfer: LPG consumers receive subsidies directly in their bank accounts automatically. - Improved Availability: Enhanced market availability of new LPG connections for genuine consumers. - Health Benefits: Replaces unclean cooking fuels, reducing indoor pollution and preventing respiratory diseases among women and children in rural areas.
Eligibility
Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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Required Documents
- ✦Form 1 - Submit a copy of the Aadhaar letter to the LPG distributor or bank
- ✦Form 2 - Aadhaar letter, in addition to residential proof, to be submitted to the LPG distributor
- ✦Form 3 - A copy of a current refill slip consisting of a 17-digit LPG ID number
- ✦Form 4 - A copy of a bank passbook's front page and a canceled cheque
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
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- Level
- Central Government
- Launched
- 15 Nov 2014