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Domestic PNG Incentive Scheme: 200 SCM Gas per New Connection

20 August 20261 min read
GOVERNMENT SCHEMESDomestic PNGIncentive Scheme:200 SCM Gas perNew Connection20 August 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The Government cleared a reward scheme to spread piped cooking gas, which it treats as a clean, safe and affordable fuel.

Key facts

  • Start date: 1 September 2026.
  • Beneficiaries: City Gas Distribution (CGD) companies.
  • Reward: 200 SCM of lower-priced domestic APM gas per extra billed domestic PNG connection over a threshold fixed for each Geographical Area.
  • Payout: two tranches over six months.
  • Current base: 1.74 crore domestic PNG connections.
ElementDetail
FuelPiped natural gas (PNG) for homes
Incentive200 SCM of APM gas per incremental billed connection
BenchmarkThreshold set for each Geographical Area
DisbursalTwo tranches, six months

Significance

  • Pushes CGD firms to turn unbilled connections into active ones.
  • Encourages extending gas networks into new areas.

Exam angle

  • Abbreviations: PNG, CGD, APM, SCM.
  • Effective date and quantity (1 Sept 2026; 200 SCM) are likely facts.
  • Theme: clean cooking fuel and energy access.

Test yourself

1. How much APM gas will CGD firms receive per incremental billed domestic PNG connection under the new scheme?

The scheme gives 200 SCM per qualifying connection.

2. From which date does the domestic PNG incentive scheme apply?

The scheme is effective from 1 September 2026.

3. How is the domestic PNG incentive disbursed?

It is paid in two tranches over six months.

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