The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) is a scheme launched by the Indian government in 2016 to provide free LPG connections to women from Below Poverty Line households. This study focuses on the relevance and implementation of the PMUY in Himachal Pradesh, a northern state in India with a predominantly rural population. The study assesses the eligibility criteria for availing benefits of the scheme and examines the population demographics of the state. The research uses primary and secondary sources and employs survey, descriptive, and analytical methods to collect and analyze data. The study assesses the current status of implementation of PMUY in India and Himachal Pradesh, evaluates the benefits and challenges of the scheme, and proposes three major research questions to guide the study. The study finds that the implementation of PMUY in Himachal Pradesh has been successful, with a high rate of adoption of clean cooking fuel among rural households. However, challenges related to awareness, accessibility, and affordability of the scheme persist, particularly in remote and hilly areas of the state. The study concludes that the PMUY has significant potential in promoting access to clean cooking fuel and enhancing the quality of life of women in rural households, but further efforts are needed to address the challenges and ensure sustained adoption of the scheme. The study recommends measures such as increasing awareness among beneficiaries, providing additional support for refill services, and promoting digital payment modes for transactions. The study contributes to the existing literature on the PMUY and provides insights for policymakers and other stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of the scheme in promoting access to clean cooking fuel and reducing indoor air pollution. The study is relevant to the sustainable development goals of the United Nations and can be replicated in other states of India and countries with similar socio-economic contexts