Government reduces subsidised LPG refills under Ujjwala scheme to four per year
Amid global pressure on LPG supplies due to the West Asia conflict, the Centre has reduced the number of subsidised refills available under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) from nine to four cylinders per year. Under the scheme, beneficiaries receive a ₹300 subsidy per cylinder. Despite the reduction, Petroleum Ministry officials argue that PMUY consumers still receive a significant 'indirect subsidy,' as the effective price of ₹642 per cylinder is a 60% discount compared to international LPG prices (estimated at ₹1,600). The PMUY scheme has provided around 10.55 crore LPG connections as of May 26 this year.
Key Points
- The government has reduced the number of subsidised LPG refills for PMUY beneficiaries from nine to four cylinders annually.
- This decision comes amidst global LPG supply pressures exacerbated by the West Asia conflict.
- Under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), beneficiaries receive a direct subsidy of ₹300 per cylinder.
- Petroleum Ministry officials justify the move by highlighting the 'indirect subsidy' that keeps the effective price of LPG cylinders significantly below international rates.
- The PMUY scheme has successfully provided over 10 crore LPG connections, aiming to ensure access to clean cooking fuel.
Exam Facts
- The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) now provides 4 subsidised LPG refills per year (down from 9).
- A subsidy of ₹300 per cylinder is provided under the scheme.
- A 14.2-kg domestic cylinder costs ₹942 in Delhi, with PMUY beneficiaries paying ₹642.
- The PMUY scheme has provided around 10.55 crore LPG connections as of May 26 this year.
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