The ongoing conflict in the Gulf countries is impacting the world. This conflict has led to a gas cylinder shortage in India. The shortage has caused widespread concern among citizens. The government repeatedly claims that the situation is returning to normal. Due to the shortage, LPG cylinder prices have been increased. Despite this, a certain segment of society is receiving gas cylinders for ₹300 cheaper, even though the government itself is providing them with cheaper cylinders.

Beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana receive a subsidy of ₹300. This means they receive a gas cylinder ₹300 cheaper than the rate available to ordinary consumers. These beneficiaries are being provided with gas cylinder connections without any security deposit or installation fee. All beneficiaries receive a 14.2 kg/5 kg LPG cylinder, a pressure regulator, a 1.2 meter safety pipe, a DGCC booklet, a free first refill, and a free two-burner stove.

You can also take advantage of this scheme by registering online. Customers can apply online through the application available on the website https://pmuy.gov.in or visit their nearest CSC center for assistance in submitting the application. There is no fee for submitting the application in person. A fee of ₹20 will be charged for submitting the application through a CSC center. Customers can also submit the application offline directly to their nearest OMC LPG distributor.

The eligibility criteria for the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana include being a woman above 18 years of age, having no other LPG connection from any Oil Marketing Company (OMC), and being a poor family member. To apply for this scheme, applicants must have a KYC application, a passport-sized photo, and a signature. Additionally, identity documents include a photocopy of their Aadhaar card, photocopies of Aadhaar cards of all household members whose names appear on the ration card, proof of their home address, applicant's bank account details, passbook, and a cancelled cheque.

Per capita consumption has increased among Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana customers. Due to various schemes, annual per capita LPG consumption among PMUY beneficiaries has steadily increased. Average consumption was 3.01 cylinders in FY 2019-20, 3.95 cylinders in FY 2023-24, and 4.43 cylinders in FY 2024-25.

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