Uzbekistan begins accepting applications for gas and electricity compensation

Uzbekistan has begun accepting applications for compensation for natural gas and electricity, reports NOVA24.uz. Starting from June 1, needy families can submit applications through "Inson" centers, local social workers, or by calling 1140.

Compensation is provided to the following categories of families:

• Families included in the Unified Social Protection Register or the Register of Low-Income Families, provided that the monthly income per family member is less than 669,000 UZS.

• Families not included in any of the existing registers, but whose monthly income per family member is less than 1,000,000 UZS.

During the 2024–2025 heating season, low-income families received financial assistance totaling 313.6 billion UZS. In the 2025–2026 period, 1.33 trillion UZS is planned to be allocated for these purposes.