Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)

✦Key Features

• Free LPG connection for BPL women (deposit-free; first refill and chulha also free)
• PMUY 2.0 (Aug 2021): migrants eligible with self-declaration of address (no proof required)
• 10.33 crore connections given (Nov 2025); 25 lakh more approved — total 10.58 crore
• ₹300/cylinder targeted subsidy for PMUY beneficiaries; ₹12,000 crore approved for FY2025-26
• Cost per new connection: ₹2,050; total spend ₹676 crore for 25 lakh connections
• EMI facility for subsequent cylinder refills through oil marketing companies
• Special focus on 112 Aspirational Districts and tribal/forest areas

✓Eligibility Criteria

• Women above 18 years belonging to BPL families
• Names available in SECC-2011 database
• No LPG connection in the household name
• Adult women member is the applicant and connection holder

★Benefits

• Free LPG connection reducing financial burden
• Clean cooking fuel improving health outcomes
• Reduced time and effort in fuel collection
• Safety from indoor air pollution
• Dignity and empowerment for women

▶Application Process

• Submit application at nearest LPG distributor
• Provide required documents and photograph
• Verification of documents by distributor
• Installation of LPG connection at household
• Receive connection and safety demonstration

₹ Budget Allocation

12000

Funding Ratio (Centre:State): Central Government provides Rs. 1600 for each connection (for cylinder, regulator, pipe, etc.)

Historical Context

Launched in May 2016 from Ballia, UP. Ujjwala 2.0 launched in August 2021 from Mahoba, UP.