Who is eligible for the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana in Delhi?

Women over 18 from economically weaker backgrounds, not already owning an LPG connection, are eligible.

How many Delhi families have benefited from PMUY?

More than 250,000 families in Delhi have received clean cooking fuel since 2016.

What is the main goal of the Ujjwala Yojana in Delhi?

The primary goal is to provide clean cooking fuel, reduce indoor air pollution, and eliminate smoke-filled kitchens.

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Delhi CM Distributes LPG, Tackles Smoke-Filled Kitchens

30 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Over 250,000 Delhi families now use clean cooking fuel.
Scheme aids switch from traditional fuels like wood and dung.
Eligible women are over 18 and from economically weaker backgrounds.

Delhi CM Distributes LPG, Tackles Smoke-Filled Kitchens

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta actively distributed new LPG connections to women beneficiaries in Delhi's Wazirpur area on Saturday, reinforcing the administration's commitment to eradicating smoke-filled kitchens.

Since its inception in 2016, the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana has successfully provided clean cooking fuel to more than 250,000 families across Delhi. This program is crucial in transitioning households away from traditional, polluting fuels like wood and dung, thereby mitigating serious health hazards, particularly for women.

The initiative ensures that eligible women, aged 18 and above from economically weaker sections without existing LPG connections, receive this vital service. Follow-up assessments are planned to maintain affordable refills and prevent a return to older cooking methods, underscoring the ongoing commitment to cleaner air and improved public health in the capital.