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100			_a Sofi, Irfan Ahmad Hassan, Ruheela Fazili, Asif Iqbal and Qadiri, Monisa _956067
245			_aImpact of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana: Evidence from Jammu and Kashmir
260			_aEconomic & Political Weekly
300			_a60(30), Jul 26, 2025: p.53-62
520			_aThe impact of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana on liquefied petroleum gas adoption and women’s health in Jammu and Kashmir was studied through a survey of 820 households in Kulgam and Rajouri districts. Results showed that PMUY facilitated LPG adoption in 67.57% of households, increasing the LPG connection rate to 95.59%. However, 84.63% of households still rely on LPG and solid fuels, both due to affordability, access to cheaper firewood, and information and infrastructural challenges. While beneficiaries experienced health improvements, such as reduced respiratory ailments, these gains are constrained by continued solid fuel use. Complementary appliances, awareness campaigns, and improved infrastructure are critical to maximise PMUY’s potential and promote exclusive clean fuel use.- Reproduced https://www.epw.in/journal/2025/30/special-articles/impact-pradhan-mantri-ujjwala-yojana.html
773			_aEconomic & Political Weekly
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