Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra 2026 — 3 Free LPG Cylinders/Year | BPL Families Gas Scheme |
| State | Maharashtra (महाराष्ट्र) |
| Launched By | Government of Maharashtra |
| Launch Year | 2024 |
| Benefit | 3 free LPG cylinders per year (Holi + Diwali + 1 more) — cash equivalent DBT to BPL/AAY families |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Beneficiaries | 52 lakh BPL/AAY families across Maharashtra |
| Last Verified | 10 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://rcms.mahafood.gov.in |
What is Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra?
Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana is a Maharashtra government scheme providing 3 free LPG cylinders per year to BPL and Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) families. Launched in March 2024 by the Mahayuti alliance government ahead of the 2024 Maharashtra elections, the scheme benefits approximately 52 lakh families across Maharashtra. The 3 free cylinders are provided in Holi (March), Diwali (October), and a third refill — representing cooking gas support for the poorest households who already have an LPG connection under PM Ujjwala Yojana or otherwise. The benefit is delivered as a cash transfer equivalent to the cylinder cost directly to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive 3 free LPG cylinders per year (Holi + Diwali + 1 more) — cash equivalent DBT to BPL/AAY families. The scheme was launched in 2024 and is implemented by the Government of Maharashtra.
मुख्यमंत्री अन्नपूर्णा योजना महाराष्ट्र सरकार की योजना है — BPL और अंत्योदय परिवारों को 3 मुफ्त LPG सिलेंडर/वर्ष। मार्च 2024 में Mahayuti सरकार ने शुरू किया। 52 लाख+ परिवारों को होली, दीवाली और एक और occasion पर मुफ्त LPG। DBT से bank account में राशि।
3 मुफ्त LPG सिलेंडर/वर्ष (होली + दीवाली + 1 और) — BPL/AAY परिवारों को DBT
मुख्यमंत्री अन्नपूर्णा योजना महाराष्ट्र सरकारची BPL आणि अंत्योदय कुटुंबांसाठी मोफत LPG सिलिंडर योजना आहे. वर्षाला 3 मोफत सिलिंडर — होळी, दिवाळी आणि आणखी एक — DBT द्वारे थेट बँक खात्यात. 52 लाख+ कुटुंबे पात्र.
📌 फायदा: वर्षाला 3 मोफत LPG सिलिंडर (होळी + दिवाळी + आणखी एक) — थेट बँक खात्यात DBT
पात्रता:
महाराष्ट्रातील BPL किंवा अंत्योदय रेशन कार्डधारक, आधार-लिंक बँक खाते, सक्रिय LPG कनेक्शन.
अर्ज कसा करावा:
स्वतंत्र अर्जाची आवश्यकता नाही. पात्र BPL/AAY धारकांना आपोआप DBT मिळतो. rcms.mahafood.gov.in वर पात्रता तपासा.
Benefits of Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra
✅ 3 free LPG cylinders per year (Holi + Diwali + 1 more) — cash equivalent DBT to BPL/AAY families
3 मुफ्त LPG सिलेंडर/वर्ष (होली + दीवाली + 1 और) — BPL/AAY परिवारों को DBT
Who is Eligible for Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra?
- ✓ Ration card holder with BPL (Below Poverty Line) or Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) category in Maharashtra
- ✓ Must have an active LPG connection (any distributor — not limited to Ujjwala)
- ✓ Aadhaar-linked bank account for DBT (cash transfer equivalent to cylinder cost)
- ✓ Permanent resident of Maharashtra
- ✓ Not enrolled in any other LPG subsidy scheme that already provides free cylinders
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Documents Required for Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra
How to Apply for Annapurna Yojana Maharashtra Online?
- 1No separate application needed — benefit is automatic for eligible BPL/AAY ration card holders with LPG connection
- 2Verify your eligibility at rcms.mahafood.gov.in or nearest Fair Price Shop (FPS)
- 3Ensure your Aadhaar is linked to your ration card AND your LPG consumer account
- 4Ensure Aadhaar-linked bank account is active for DBT credit
- 5Contact your District Food and Civil Supplies Officer if you are eligible but not receiving the benefit
Official Government Portal — Maharashtra
Apply directly on the official Maharashtra government website. This is the only authorised portal — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. Application is completely free.
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