India, Nov. 11 -- More than 15 lakh ration cardholder families in Delhi will receive financial assistance towards LPG cylinders this Diwali, with the Government transferring '141.88 crore directly into their bank accounts. The assistance, ranging from '642 to '942 per family, is meant to help households cover cooking fuel costs during the festive season.

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday initiated the transfer of funds to 15,45,994 eligible families through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system at an event at Talkatora Stadium.

The Government said it credited the money to beneficiaries' accounts as part of its commitment to provide financial support for Holi and Diwali. The assistance has been divided into two categories. A total...