About the Scheme

• The PAHAL (DBTL) scheme aims to reduce diversion and eliminate duplicate or bogus LPG connections. 
• The scheme was earlier launched in 2013 and was modified in 2015.
• Under the scheme, LPG cylinders are sold at market rates and entitled consumers get the subsidy directly into their bank accounts. 
• It requires the consumer to mandatorily have an Aadhaar number for availing LPG Subsidy. 

Why in News?

• The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has released the State/UT wise details of beneficiaries under the PAHAL Scheme.

Reference:

1. https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1810520