What PMUY Beneficiaries Need to Know About the New LPG eKYC Rule

Prime Minister’s Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) beneficiaries are among the groups most closely watched under the recent eKYC directive. The policy mandates that every domestic LPG connection, whether launched under PMUY or not, must complete biometric Aadhaar verification to continue receiving the government‑backed subsidy.

Distributors have been asked to prioritize verification for regular refill users, ensuring that genuine households are not forced to pay the higher market price due to paperwork delays. The government has assured that no additional charges will be imposed on consumers solely because of pending eKYC, but the timeline for completing the process remains strict.

Consumers who prefer to avoid biometric verification can still obtain LPG by opting for the market‑price option, provided they submit a self‑declaration indicating their choice. This alternative allows households to maintain a continuous supply while the verification is in progress.