In India, almost every household has a gas connection. However, in the past, only city residents had access to gas connections. The government launched the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana to provide free LPG gas connections to women in poor and low-income families, including those in villages.
The main objective of this scheme is to provide free LPG gas connections to women who do not already have one and use traditional fuels like wood or coal for cooking. These fuels can cause serious health problems due to smoke and pollution. The government aims to protect women from these hazards through this scheme.
The central government runs various schemes for women, including:
– Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Yojana
– Safe Motherhood Assurance Suman Yojana
– Free Sewing Machine Scheme
– Mahila Shakti Kendra Yojana
– Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
Applying for the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana is easy and can be done online. Follow these steps:
1. Visit the official website: https://www.pmuy.gov.in/
2. Click on “Apply for New Ujjwala 3.0 Connection” on the home page.
3. Select a gas agency (Indane, Bharat Gas, or HP Gas) from the list.
4. Go to the website of the selected gas agency and click on “Ujjwala 3.0 New Connection.”
5. Select your state and district, and click “Show List” to find your nearest distributor.
6. Choose your distributor and click “Continue.”
7. Enter your mobile number and captcha, then click “Submit.”
8. Fill the application form carefully and upload required documents.
9. Click “Submit” and take a printout of the application form.
10. Submit the documents to your nearest gas agency.
To apply for the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, you will need:
– Aadhar Card
– Age Certificate
– Income Certificate
– BPL Ration Card
– Bank Passbook
– Mobile Number
– Residence Certificate
– Passport Size Photo
By following these steps and providing the necessary documents, you can apply for a free LPG gas connection under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana. This scheme aims to improve the health and well-being of women across India by providing a safer and more efficient cooking solution.