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LPG gas women BPL Ujjwala central government
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PM Ujjwala Yojana (Free LPG Connection)

Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
Free LPG gas connection and subsidy for women from BPL households — replaced hazardous cooking fuels for 10 crore families.
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Overview & About

Free LPG gas connection and subsidy for women from BPL households — replaced hazardous cooking fuels for 10 crore families.

PM Ujjwala Yojana has transformed cooking in rural India by providing free LPG connections to 10 crore+ women from BPL households. It replaced kerosene, wood, and cow dung as cooking fuel, dramatically reducing indoor air pollution which was a major health hazard — especially for women and children. The scheme provides free connection, regulator, and first refill.

🔥 Key Facts
Authority Central Government
Connections Given 10 crore+
Free Connection Value ₹1,600
Target Replace wood/kerosene cooking
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Benefits

  • Free LPG connection (cylinder + regulator + pipe)
  • Financial assistance of ₹1,600 for connection
  • First refill free
  • LPG subsidy per cylinder under PAHAL scheme
  • Option to repay cost of cylinder over time from refill savings

Eligibility Criteria

  • Woman aged 18 or above from BPL family
  • Should not already have LPG connection in household
  • Must be in SECC-2011 (Socio-Economic Caste Census) database
  • OR PMAY-G/SC-ST/OBC/Forest Dwellers/Tea Garden Workers/PM-KISAN beneficiary
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Required Documents

Aadhaar card, BPL ration card, Bank account, Self-declaration of no LPG connection, Address proof
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How to Apply

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Visit nearest LPG distributor (HP/BP/Indane dealer)
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Fill KYC form and Ujjwala application
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Submit Aadhaar and BPL proof
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Connection released within 2–3 days
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First refill free; subsequent at market price with subsidy

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get Ujjwala connection if I am not in SECC list?
Yes, Ujjwala 2.0 expanded eligibility to migrants and those not in SECC. Show Aadhaar for residence and self-certify no LPG connection at household.
After getting free connection, are refills also free?
Only the first refill is free. Subsequent refills are at market price, but you receive LPG subsidy credited to your bank account under the PAHAL/DBT scheme.
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Quick Facts

Authority Central Government
Connections Given 10 crore+
Free Connection Value ₹1,600
Target Replace wood/kerosene cooking

Need Help?

For queries, visit the official ministry website or call the helpline.

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