Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana 2024: How to Apply for LPG Connection

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) was launched by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MOPNG) in May 2016 as a flagship program with the goal of providing rural and underprivileged households that were previously using traditional cooking fuels like firewood, coal, cow dung cakes, etc. with access to clean cooking fuel like LPG. Both the environment and rural women’s health suffered when traditional cooking fuels were used.

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Objectives of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana

• To Promote Clean Energy : Provide LPG connections to rural households to reduce dependence on traditional cooking fuels.
• Financial Assistance: A subsidy of ₹1,600 per connection helps cover installation costs.
• Women Empowerment: Enhance the health and lifestyle of women, as they are the primary users of cooking fuel.
• Environmental Conservation: Minimize deforestation caused by excessive firewood usage.

Eligibility Criteria for PMUY

To benefit from this scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• The applicant (a woman exclusively) must be at least 18 years old.
• No OMC should have more than one LPG connection in the same home.
• The following categories apply to adult women: SC, ST, Most Backward Classes (MBC), Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY), Tea and Ex-Tea Garden Tribes, Forest Dwellers, People living on Islands and River Islands, enrolled under SECC Households (AHL TIN), or any Poor Household according to the 14-point declaration.
• Belong to a BPL household with no existing LPG connection.

Benefits of PMUY

• Free LPG Connection: A complimentary LPG connection is given to recipients.
• Financial Assistance: Each connection is eligible for a ₹1,600 subsidy.
• Health Benefits: A decrease in indoor air pollution-related illnesses.

How to Apply for PMUY?

To apply for the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, take these steps:

• Go to the Local LPG Distributor: Visit the Bharatgas, Indane, or HP Gas distribution office that is closest to you.
• Complete the application: Get the PMUY application form and complete it. Give information like your name, address, and phone number.
• Required Documents: Include the necessary paperwork, such as your Aadhaar card (అధార్ కార్డు), your BPL certificate, and your bank passbook ration card (రేషన్ కార్డు).
• Verification Steps: Your information will be checked by the distributor. You’ll get your LPG connection after being accepted.

Documents required

• Know Your Customer (KYC)
• The applicant’s Aadhaar card serves as both proof of identity and proof of address if they live at the same address as listed on their Aadhaar (not required for Assam and Meghalaya).
• State-issued ration card, other State government document attesting to family composition, or self-declaration in accordance with Annexure I (for migrant applicants)
• The beneficiary’s and adult family members’ Aadhaar’s are shown in the document at Sl. 3.
• The bank account number and IFSC.
• Supplementary KYC are used to establish the family’s status.

Key Points to Remember

• Always use LPG safely by adhering to the installation’s safety recommendations.
• Refills can be scheduled via the Bharatgas app or by contacting the customer service line.
• Longevity and safety are guaranteed by routine maintenance of the stove and cylinder.

Conclusion words

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana(PMUY) is not only a program but it is a movement that seeks to improve India’s sustainability and health. By enrolling in PMUY with Bharatgas, HP Gas, and Indane Gas you can give your family an eco-friendly, hygienic, and effective cooking choice.

For more information, contact your local LPG dealer or visit the official Bharatgas, HP Gas, Indane Gas websites.

“స్వచ్ఛ శక్తితో మీ కుటుంబానికి ఆరోగ్యకరమైన జీవితం.”
( “Give your family a healthier lifestyle and clean energy.”

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