Are you an adult woman from a rural or poor family who still uses wood or coal for cooking, You have a golden opportunity to get access to clean and affordable fuel under Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) 3.0.
What is PMUY 3.0
PMUY 3.0 is a flagship initiative of the government aimed at providing clean cooking gas (LPG) connections to the poor and underprivileged households of the country, especially women.
The scheme protects against the harmful effects of conventional fuels and promotes a healthy environment.
Benefits of PMUY 3.0
Free Gas Connection- The government provides you with a deposit-free LPG connection at a nominal fee of just ₹1600.
Free First Refill and Gas Stove- New beneficiaries are also given the first gas refill and a gas stove for free, giving them a complete cooking arrangement.
Healthy Environment– Burning LPG emits less smoke, which reduces indoor air pollution and improves the health of the family.
Time-Saving- Time spent collecting wood or buying coal is saved.
Who is eligible for PMUY 3.0
You must be an adult woman above 18 years of age.
You must belong to any one of the categories of Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin) beneficiary, Extremely Backward Class (MBC), Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) beneficiary, Tea and Ex-Tea Garden Tribes, Forest Dwellers, Families living in Islands and River Islands, SECC Families (AHL TIN) or poor families under the 14-point declaration.
Your household should not already have any LPG connection with any other Oil Marketing Company (OMC).
How to Apply
You can apply in two ways
Online- Visit the PMUY website (pmuy.gov.in) and select the option “Apply for New Ujjwala Connection”. Follow the step-by-step instructions and upload the required documents.
Offline- Contact your nearest LPG distributor and submit the application form.
You can apply for PMUY 3.0 online (pmuy.gov.in) or by visiting your nearest LPG distributor.
You will need documents like an Aadhaar card, ration card, bank account details, and proof of family composition (Aadhaar card or self-declaration) to apply.
PMUY 3.0 is an important step towards adopting a clean and healthy lifestyle. If you are eligible, apply today and avail clean LPG fuel