Karnataka's PMUY initiative reveals troubling trends in LPG cylinder consumption patterns, with over 340,000 beneficiaries recording zero refills during 2025-26. This doubling of inactive users since 2021 suggests potential challenges in program implementation, consumer engagement, and equitable fuel distribution. The disparity raises questions about accessibility barriers, affordability constraints, and the need for targeted interventions to ensure sustained adoption among vulnerable households dependent on subsidized cooking gas.

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