Cooking with clean fuel is not just a matter of convenience—it’s a matter of health, dignity, and progress 🌿. Recognizing this, the Government of India launched the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) in May 2016 under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG).
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana 2.0 is transformative scheme aimed to provide free LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) connections to women belonging to below-poverty-line (BPL) households. Later, in 2021, the government introduced an upgraded version known as Ujjwala Yojana 2.0 to reach more households, including migrant families who earlier found it difficult to get LPG connections.
🔥 Objective of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana
The main goal of this scheme is to make clean cooking fuel (LPG) accessible to rural and underprivileged households. 🌾
Before Ujjwala, many families relied on traditional fuels like firewood, coal, and cow dung cakes for cooking. These not only harmed the health of women and children but also caused environmental pollution.
Through PMUY, the government aims to:
- Replace traditional fuels with LPG 🌿
- Protect the health of women and children 💪
- Promote environmental sustainability 🌍
- Empower women by giving them ownership of LPG connections 👩🦰
📈 Achievements Under Ujjwala Yojana
Since its launch, the Ujjwala scheme has become one of the most successful welfare initiatives of the Government of India.
✅ Target achieved: 8 crore LPG connections were released by March 2020.
✅ Milestone: On 7th September 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi handed over the 8th crore LPG connection in Aurangabad, Maharashtra.
✅ LPG coverage growth: Increased from 62% in May 2016 to 99.8% in April 2021.
These achievements show the massive transformation in rural India, where clean cooking has now become a way of life. 🌸
💡 Introduction to Ujjwala Yojana 2.0
To expand the reach further, the government launched Ujjwala 2.0 on 10th August 2021 in Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh.
Under Ujjwala 2.0, an additional 1.6 crore LPG connections are being provided to poor and migrant households.
The scheme also introduced special facilities for migrant families, making it easier for them to obtain LPG connections without complicated address proofs.
🎁 Benefits of Ujjwala Yojana 2.0
Every eligible woman under the PMUY 2.0 scheme receives multiple benefits designed to make the transition to LPG cooking completely hassle-free. 👏
Here’s what the government provides under this scheme:
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| 💰 Cash Assistance | ₹1,600 for 14.2 kg cylinder / ₹1,150 for 5 kg cylinder |
| 🏮 Security Deposit for Cylinder | ₹1,250 (14.2 kg) / ₹800 (5 kg) |
| 🔧 Pressure Regulator | ₹150 |
| 🔌 LPG Hose | ₹100 |
| 📘 Gas Consumer Card | ₹25 |
| 🧰 Installation/Demonstration Charges | ₹75 |
| 🍳 Free LPG Stove (Hotplate) | Provided by OMCs |
| 🛢️ First LPG Refill | Provided free of cost |
All costs are borne by the Government of India and Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), ensuring a deposit-free connection for every Ujjwala beneficiary. 🌼
👩👧 Eligibility Criteria for Ujjwala Yojana 2.0
To ensure that benefits reach the truly needy, the scheme has clear eligibility guidelines.
✅ The applicant must:
- Be an adult woman (18 years or above).
- Belong to any of the following categories:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) households 🪔
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) households
- Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin) beneficiaries
- Most Backward Classes (MBC)
- Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) families
- Tea and Ex-Tea Garden Tribes
- Forest Dwellers 🌲
- People living on Islands or River Islands 🏝️
- SECC (Socio-Economic Caste Census) Households (AHL TIN)
- Poor Households as per 14-point declaration
- Not have any existing LPG connection in the same household.
This inclusive approach ensures that women from the most deprived backgrounds are prioritized. 👩🌾
🧾 Documents Required
To apply for PMUY 2.0, applicants need to submit a few basic documents. Here’s the complete list 📋:
- ✅ KYC form (duly filled and signed)
- 🪪 Aadhaar card of the applicant and all adult family members
- 🧾 Ration Card or any document certifying family composition
- 🏠 Proof of Address (POA)
- 💳 Bank Account Number & IFSC code
- 📄 Self-Declaration Form (Annexure I) – For migrants
- 📜 Supporting Document – For those applying under specific categories like SC/ST, PMAY, AAY, etc.
💡 Note: If the LPG connection is to be released at the same address as mentioned on the Aadhaar card, then Aadhaar alone is sufficient for both POI (Proof of Identity) and POA (Proof of Address).
🖊️ Application Process for Ujjwala Yojana 2.0
Applying for Ujjwala 2.0 is simple and can be done online or offline 📨
🏢 Offline Process
- Download or collect forms from the nearest LPG distributor or from the official Ujjwala Yojana website.
- KYC Form
- Supplementary KYC & Undertaking
- Annexure I (for Migrants)
- Annexure II (Pre-installation Check)
- Fill out the form with accurate personal, address, and bank details.
- Attach documents – Aadhaar, Ration Card, Bank details, and other required papers.
- Submit the form at the nearest LPG distributor’s office.
After verification, the connection will be issued in the applicant’s name. ✅
💻 Online Process
For digital convenience, applicants can also apply online:
- Visit the official Ujjwala Yojana website or approach the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).
- Fill in your details and upload the required documents.
- Choose your preferred LPG distributor.
- Submit the application online.
Once approved, you’ll receive a confirmation, and the LPG connection will be delivered to your registered address. 📦
🏦 Financial Support Structure
The government provides ₹1,600 per connection as financial assistance. This amount covers all costs including the cylinder deposit, regulator, hose, and installation.
Furthermore, Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) like Indane, Bharat Gas, and HP Gas provide the first refill and stove absolutely free.
This comprehensive support ensures that no upfront payment is required by the beneficiary. 🙌
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who is eligible under Ujjwala 2.0?
Any adult woman from a poor household without an LPG connection is eligible. She should belong to SC/ST, PMAY (Gramin), AAY, MBC, Forest Dweller, Tea Garden Tribe, or Island communities.
2. What documents are mandatory?
Applicants must submit KYC form, Aadhaar, POI, POA, Ration Card, and bank details. Migrants should add a Self-declaration form (Annexure I).
3. Can Aadhaar serve as both POI and POA?
Yes, if the address on Aadhaar matches the connection address, it serves as both.
4. Can a single woman apply?
Yes ✅. If she’s the only adult member in the ration card, she can apply. In case other adult members have moved out or passed away, supporting documents (like death or marriage certificates) are required.
5. Is Aadhaar authentication mandatory?
Yes, Aadhaar-based e-KYC is mandatory (except in Assam & Meghalaya). It can be done via biometric or mobile OTP.
6. What type of Ration Card is needed?
Any—APL or BPL—as long as it shows the family composition.
🪔 Key Features at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana 2.0 |
| Launched By | Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas |
| Launched On | 10 August 2021 |
| Objective | Provide free LPG connections to poor women |
| Beneficiaries | Women from BPL and other deprived groups |
| Benefit | Free LPG connection, refill, and stove |
| Total Target | 1.6 crore new LPG connections |
| Aadhaar e-KYC | Mandatory (Except Assam & Meghalaya) |
🌐 Official Website and Forms
To download forms or apply online, visit the official Ujjwala website:
👉 https://pmuy.gov.in
You can also visit the nearest LPG distributor of:
- Indane Gas
- Bharat Gas
- HP Gas
🌸 Impact of Ujjwala Yojana
Ujjwala Yojana has empowered over 9.6 crore women across India, transforming kitchens and improving health. 👩🍳
The scheme has:
- Reduced indoor air pollution
- Improved respiratory health among rural women
- Saved time for women and children
- Encouraged education and entrepreneurship
It’s not just about LPG—it’s about empowering women and building a cleaner, healthier India. 🇮🇳
💬 Conclusion
The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana 2.0 is a shining example of how government initiatives can bring real change to the lives of millions 🌟.
By providing free LPG connections, the scheme is ensuring a smoke-free, safe, and dignified life for rural women. 👩🦰💖
If you or someone you know qualifies, don’t wait — apply for Ujjwala Yojana 2.0 today and make your home healthier, safer, and happier! 🏠✨
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