Imagine coming back to your village after a year of working in a city. The excitement of seeing family and friends is overshadowed by the exhaustion and hunger. The daily struggle of finding food and water is just the beginning. Your sister is pregnant and needs nutritious food to ensure a healthy baby.
For millions of migrant workers like you, the struggle is real. And when it comes to cooking, the 5 kg LPG cylinder is a lifeline. But what if the supply is limited? What if the cylinder costs more than your daily wage?
Relief For Migrants
The Centre has doubled the allocation of 5 kg LPG cylinders to states. This means more cylinders will be available to migrant workers like you. The Centre has also asked states to ensure equitable distribution of the cylinders.
Experts say this move will help migrant workers, especially pregnant women and children, who need nutritious food to stay healthy. It will also help reduce the financial burden on migrant workers, who often spend a significant portion of their income on cooking gas.
This is a welcome move, especially during the pandemic. Many migrant workers have lost their jobs and are struggling to make ends meet. The Centre’s move will help them get back on their feet.