In a significant move to support women and promote energy accessibility, the Andhra Pradesh State government has launched the Deepam Scheme 2024, also known as Deepam 2.0. This initiative aims to provide eligible female citizens with three free cooking gas cylinders each year as a Diwali gift.
As part of the broader “super six” schemes introduced during the state election campaigning, the Deepam Scheme 2024 reflects the government’s commitment to enhancing the welfare of women in the region.
Eligible participants are encouraged to visit the official website and complete the online application process to benefit from this empowering initiative.
What is the Deepam Scheme?
The Deepam Scheme is a government initiative in Andhra Pradesh designed to improve access to LPG cylinders for women, promoting safer and more efficient cooking methods. By reducing reliance on traditional cooking fuels, the scheme aims to enhance health and environmental outcomes.
Initially launched as Deepam 1.0, the program provided women with LPG connections and subsidies. Building on this foundation, Deepam 2.0 offers three free gas cylinders annually to eligible female citizens, reinforcing the government’s commitment to women’s empowerment and well-being.
The objective of Deepam Scheme
The objective of the Deepam Scheme is to enhance the quality of life for women in Andhra Pradesh by ensuring access to clean and efficient cooking fuel. Key goals include:
Promoting Health: Reduce health risks associated with traditional cooking methods by providing liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) connections.
Empowering Women: Support women’s empowerment by alleviating the burden of cooking fuel costs and improving their overall safety and convenience in household tasks.
Environmental Sustainability: Encourage the use of cleaner energy sources to minimize environmental pollution and promote sustainable cooking practices.
Economic Support: Provide financial assistance through free gas cylinders, helping families manage their household expenses effectively.
Increasing Accessibility: Ensure that eligible female citizens have easy access to the benefits of the scheme through a streamlined application process.
Key highlights
| Name of The Initiative | Deepam 2.0 |
| Introduced By | Govt. of Andhra Pradesh |
| Benefit(s) | 3 Free LPG Cylinders Per Year |
| Official Website | https://ap.meeseva.gov.in/ |
| Implementation Date | 1 November 2024 |
Eligibility criteria
Here are the eligibility criteria for Deepam 2.0.
- Applicants must be permanent residents of Andhra Pradesh.
- Women must be at least 18 years old.
- Women must have a ration card.
- Applicants belong to different marginalised groups, such as ST, SC, the backward class, tea and ex-tea garden tribes, forest dwellers, SECC households, and poor households, as per the 14-point declaration under the Ujjwala scheme.
- Multiple LPG connections from the same Oil Marketing Company (OMC) within one household are prohibited.
- The beneficiaries of the earlier Deepam Scheme can also benefit from Deepam 2.0.
Benefits of the Deepam Scheme
The eligible beneficiaries of this scheme will receive 3 gas cylinders per year. The amount of ₹876 per cylinder, excluding the central subsidy of ₹25 will be credited to the personal bank account of the beneficiaries within 48 hours of booking.
The amount will be credited 3 times a year at 4-month intervals. The scheme is projected to cost the state exchequer approximately Rs 2,684 crore.
Application process
The applicants need to submit the application form to the local gas distributor. The application process proceeds through the Mandal Revenue Officer (MRO), Agency, and District Supply Officer (DSO).
You can read the user manual for the Deepam gas connection for further information.
Required Documents
You need the following documents for the application process.
- Application Form
- Aadhaar Card
- Ration Card
- Bank Account Number and IFSC
- Supplementary KYC to support the status of the family.
FAQs
Who is eligible for the Deepam Scheme?
Applicants must be permanent residents of Andhra Pradesh, have a single LPG gas connection, and belong to the financially underprivileged section.
Are Ujjwala Scheme beneficiaries eligible to get the benefits?
Yes, the residents of Andhra Pradesh fulfilling the mentioned criteria, are eligible to get the benefits of the Deepam scheme.
What are the benefits of the Deepam Scheme?
The beneficiaries will get the amount of 3 gas cylinders credited to their bank account, which translates to 3 free gas cylinders per year.
When the Deepam scheme 2.0 will be launched?
Deepam 2.0 Scheme has been launched on 1 November 2024.
How to check the Deepam scheme beneficiary list?
You can check the status by following these steps.
- Visit the official website ap.meeseva.gov.in
- Locate the Beneficiary Checklist.
- Enter the required information and get the details.
Vikas Kumar holds an MA in Political Science and has a strong background in government projects, having worked on various contractual initiatives aimed at public welfare. He created this website to share essential updates on government schemes, aiming to empower citizens with the information they need to access valuable resources.
