25 Lakh Additional Free LPG Connections Under Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) Approved

The government has approved the release of 25 lakh additional free LPG connections for poor women under the (PMUY during the current financial year, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said on Monday. With this expansion, the total number of PMUY connections will rise to 10.58 crore, furthering India’s push toward clean energy access and women’s empowerment.

Funding And Subsidy Details

For this expansion, the government has sanctioned ₹676 crore, which includes ₹512.5 crore for providing 25 lakh deposit-free connections at ₹2,050 per connection. Additionally, ₹160 crore has been earmarked for a targeted subsidy of ₹300 per 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder (for up to nine refills per year, proportionately adjusted for 5 kg cylinders), and ₹3.5 crore for project management and other expenses.

PMUY Benefits And Facilities

Under PMUY, beneficiaries receive a deposit-free LPG connection covering the cylinder, pressure regulator, ‘suraksha’ hose, domestic gas consumer card (DGCC) booklet, and installation charges. The first refill and stove are also provided free of cost.

Beneficiaries are not required to make any payment for the LPG connection, the first refill, or the stove, as these costs are borne by the Government of India and the Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs). Beneficiaries can choose from a 14.2 kg single bottle connection, a 5 kg single bottle connection, or a 5 kg double bottle connection.

Application Process

The PMUY application process is fully technology-enabled and streamlined. Eligible adult women without an existing LPG connection can apply online or at any public sector OMC distributor by submitting a simplified KYC application form and Deprivation Declaration.

Applications undergo system-driven de-duplication and physical verification by OMC officials, followed by issuance of a subscription voucher and installation of the LPG connection at the applicant’s residence. Existing applicants with pending requests must complete a revised eKYC process.

PMUY Journey

Launched in May 2016, PMUY initially targeted 8 crore deposit-free LPG connections, achieved by September 2019. Ujjwala 2.0 was launched in August 2021 to cover an additional 1 crore connections, achieved by January 2022.

Subsequent approvals added 60 lakh and 75 lakh more connections, achieved by December 2022 and July 2024, respectively. As of July 2025, over 10.33 crore connections have been released, making PMUY one of the world’s largest clean energy initiatives.

Government Statement

Announcing the decision, Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri said, "With the onset of Navratri, the decision to provide 25 lakh deposit-free LPG connections under Ujjwala is yet another testimony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitment to treat women with the same respect accorded to Goddess Durga.

This strengthens our resolve for the dignity and empowerment of mothers and sisters. Ujjwala has emerged as one of the most impactful social welfare schemes in India - transforming kitchens, safeguarding health, and brightening the future of families across the country.”

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Conclusion

The PMUY expansion demonstrates the government’s continued focus on empowering women, promoting clean energy access, and improving household welfare across India.

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