New Delhi, Sept. 22 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended greetings to women beneficiaries after the Centre approved the release of 25 lakh additional LPG connections under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) during the Financial Year 2025-26, a press release from the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas said.

"On the auspicious occasion of Navratri, I extend my best wishes to all mothers and sisters joining the Ujjwala family. This step not only brings them joy during this sacred festival but also strengthens our resolve towards women's empowerment," PM Modi wrote on 'X'.

Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, on Monday announced that the Centre will distribute 25 lakh free LPG connections un...