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Background: From Ujjwala 1.0 to 2.0
Ujjwala Yojana 2.0 Launched on May 1, 2016, PMUY 1.0 achieved a landmark milestone—providing 8 crore LPG connections to underprivileged households by March 2020, pushing national LPG coverage from 62% to 99.8% by April 2021
To reach those still left out, Ujjwala Yojana 2.0 was launched on August 10, 2021, by Prime Minister Modi—initially targeting an additional 1 crore deposit-free connections, later extended to 1.6 crore, achieving 9.6 crore connections by December 2022
🎯 Who’s Eligible?
The scheme is aimed at adult women (18+) from deprived households without existing LPG connections—including those under SC/ST, PMAY-Gramin, MBC, AAY, forest dwellers, tea tribes, and residents of islands or river islets
Notably, migrants are no longer burdened with rigid address proof—the scheme allows self-declaration, reducing bureaucratic hurdles
đź’° Benefits Package
- Deposit-free LPG connection
- Free first refill + hot plate (stove) from OMCs
- Cash assistance: ₹1,600 (14.2 kg) or ₹1,150 (5 kg) covering:
- Cylinder deposit, regulator, hose, gas card, inspection/install
- â‚ą300 subsidy on each refill
🏥 Impacts on Health & Livelihood
- Improves health by reducing indoor smoke exposure, especially for women
- Cuts cooking costs and saves time
- Environmental benefits: Decline in firewood usage, lower deforestation
- Empowers women: gives autonomy via independent LPG access
However, academic analysis suggests increased LPG access alone may not guarantee consistent use: usage increased modestly (2.1 pp) with regional and social-group disparities
🚧 Implementation Challenges
- Awareness gaps in remote and tribal areas
- Some still face documentation issues, despite relaxed norms .
- Logistics: lesser reach of distributors in hilly or remote regions .
- Affordability: refill costs remain a strain for the poorest
đź“Š Scale and Reach
By Dec 2024, the original scheme issued 10.33 crore connections, with over 2.3 crore under 2.0 As of May 2025, more than 10.3 crore connections delivered—with around 9 crore regular users
âś… Concluding Thought
Ujjwala 2.0 marks a crucial evolution—bridging gaps with deposit-free access, migrant-friendly documentation, and full starter kits. It’s a bold push towards healthier homes, women’s empowerment, and Ujjwala Yojana 2.0 environmental sustainability.
Yet, to ensure lasting impact, ongoing focus is needed on:
| Key Area | Suggested Focus |
|---|---|
| Awareness | Grassroots campaigns in remote zones |
| Logistics | Expand last-mile delivery and refilling |
| Affordability | Consider refill subsidies or support |
| Monitoring | Track usage patterns regionally and socially |
Looking ahead, ensuring consistent LPG usage—not just access—will define the long-term success of Ujjwala 2.0.
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