The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) was launched on May 1, 2016 in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Its goal is to give clean cooking fuel to poor households and reduce the health risks of cooking with wood, coal and cow dung. The second phase, Ujjwala 2.0, was launched in August 2021.
What beneficiaries get
- A deposit free LPG connection in the name of an adult woman of the household.
- Under Ujjwala 2.0, the first refill and a stove are also provided free, as per scheme guidelines.
- A targeted subsidy on refills for PMUY beneficiaries, as decided by the government from time to time. Check the current subsidy amount on the PMUY or Ministry website.
Who is eligible
An adult woman (18 years or older) of a poor household who does not already have an LPG connection in the household can apply. Eligible categories include:
- SC and ST households
- Beneficiaries of PM Awas Yojana (Gramin)
- Antyodaya Anna Yojana families
- Forest dwellers and residents of islands and river islands
- Most backward classes and tea and ex tea garden tribes
- Other poor households, through a 14 point declaration
Documents needed
- Aadhaar of the applicant
- Ration card or other state document showing family composition
- Aadhaar of the adult members listed in the family document
- Bank account number and IFSC
- Proof of address, if different from Aadhaar
Under Ujjwala 2.0, migrant families can apply with a self declaration of address instead of proof.
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How to apply online
- Visit pmuy.gov.in and click Apply for New Ujjwala 2.0 Connection.
- Choose an oil company: Indane, Bharatgas or HP Gas.
- Select your state, district and nearest distributor.
- Fill in the form, upload documents and submit.
- Complete eKYC at the distributor if asked.
You can also apply offline at the nearest LPG distributor.
After the connection
Book refills through the distributor, IVRS numbers or the oil company app. The subsidy is credited to the linked bank account. Keep your Aadhaar linked with the account and complete eKYC when asked by the oil company.
Safety tips
- Check the cylinder seal and weight on delivery.
- Keep the regulator off when not in use.
- Replace the rubber tube as advised by the distributor.
- In case of a gas leak, call the LPG emergency helpline 1906.
Bottom line
PM Ujjwala Yojana has brought LPG to crores of homes. If your household is eligible and has no connection, apply online at pmuy.gov.in or visit the nearest distributor.
Source / स्रोत: PM Ujjwala Yojana official portal, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas
