Gadwal: Government Supports Needy Women with Mahalakshmi Gas Cylinder Scheme
The Telangana state government has introduced the Mahalakshmi Gas Cylinder Scheme to help poor women. As part of this, MLA Bandla Krishnamohan Reddy distributed letters to women, marking the start of the scheme. This event took place at the Rythu Vedika buildings in Maldakal and Gattu mandals of Gadwal constituency.
In Maldakal mandal, 4,402 women received the Mahalakshmi Gas Cylinder letters from the MLA. In Gattu mandal, 8,006 women were also given these letters.
MLA’s Speech and Government Initiatives
During the event, the MLA shared that the scheme follows the promises made by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy during the elections. One of these promises was to offer free bus services for women, which was implemented within 48 hours of the government taking power. Now, under the Mahalakshmi scheme, the government is providing gas cylinders at a subsidized price of ₹500 across the state.
In addition to this, the state government has also implemented other important schemes. These include providing 200 units of free electricity through the Gruha Jyothi scheme and waiving ₹2 lakh loans for farmers. The Mahalakshmi scheme is especially helpful for rural women who often suffer from health issues due to cooking with firewood.
Subsidy and Beneficiary Support
While the central government charges ₹1,100 for a gas cylinder, the Telangana state government is offering it for ₹500. The subsidy will be credited to the beneficiaries’ bank accounts within 48 hours of receiving the cylinder.
The MLA assured that secretaries will visit every village to distribute the letters and ensure that no eligible woman is left out of the scheme. He also mentioned that the Chief Minister would soon announce more benefits, such as ration cards and houses under the Indiramma housing scheme, as gifts for the Dussehra festival.
Encouragement for Women
Women who have not yet received their Mahalakshmi Gas Cylinder letters were encouraged not to worry, as the government is working to ensure that all eligible beneficiaries will receive them soon. The MLA emphasized the government’s commitment to improving the lives of all citizens and encouraged people to take advantage of the available schemes.
Event Attendees
Several notable individuals attended the event, including former ZP Chairman Bandari Bhaskar, former District Library Chairman Jambu Raman Goud, and senior Congress leaders Gaddam Krishna Reddy and Patel Prabhakar Reddy. Other participants included Agricultural Market Committee Chairman Kuruva Hanumanthu, PACS Chairmen Timmareddy and Venkatesh, and other local leaders and youth members.
The event saw a large turnout of officials, including ZDPCO, MRO, and other local leaders.
