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Original Article | Economics | Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026 | Pages: 1199 - 1206 | India
Women's Satisfaction and Challenges Under PMUY: Evidence from Narayangarh Block, West Bengal
Abstract: This study examines the satisfaction and challenges of women beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana in selected villages of Narayangarh Block, Paschim Medinipur District, based on primary survey data collected in 2023 to 2024. Using a structured questionnaire and Likert scale analysis of 60 respondents, the study evaluates documentation processes, subsidy access, refill availability, training, and perceived welfare outcomes. Findings indicate high satisfaction regarding reduced drudgery and improved cooking efficiency, but persistent concerns about refill affordability and procedural barriers. The results highlight the need for policy interventions focused on subsidy delivery efficiency, supply chain accessibility, and behavioural awareness to ensure sustained clean energy adoption.
Keywords: Clean cooking transition, fuel stacking, rural energy policy, and LPG adoption behaviour
How to Cite?: Dr. Asit Pandit, "Women's Satisfaction and Challenges Under PMUY: Evidence from Narayangarh Block, West Bengal", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1199-1206, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26318154252, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26318154252