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PM Ujjwala Yojana Achieves 11 Crore Connections Milestone.

Government Schemes | Dated: 27 Feb 2026

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), a flagship scheme of the central government, achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 11 crore LPG connections. The scheme has drastically improved the health of rural women by replacing traditional polluting cooking fuels.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The scheme was originally launched in 2016 in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh.
  • Beneficiaries receive a targeted subsidy of Rs 300 per cylinder.
  • The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas administers the scheme.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Scheme: PM Ujjwala.
  • Milestone: 11 Crore.
  • Focus: Clean Fuel.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana recently achieved the milestone of providing how many LPG connections?

Correct Answer: 11 Crore

🚀 Quick Recap:

About PM Ujjwala Yojana

  • Launch - 2016
  • Goal - Clean Cooking Fuel