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The Delhi Cabinet has approved an additional Rs 30,000 subsidy for 3 kW solar panel installations under the Surya Ghar Scheme, bringing the total subsidy to Rs 1.08 lakh. Households can now install solar systems with zero upfront cost through bank loans, saving up to Rs 4,200 monthly on electricity bills. The government also announced anti-smog guns and road sweepers to combat pollution. These initiatives aim to boost clean energy adoption while addressing Delhi’s air quality concerns.

Key Points: Delhi Approves Rs 30,000 Solar Subsidy Under Surya Ghar Scheme

  • Rs 1.08 lakh subsidy for 3 kW solar systems
  • Zero upfront cost with bank loans
  • Monthly savings of Rs 4,200 on electricity
  • Anti-smog guns deployed to curb pollution
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Delhi Cabinet approves Rs 30,000 subsidy for 3 kW solar panels under Surya Ghar Scheme

Delhi households installing 3 kW solar panels will now receive Rs 1.08 lakh in subsidies, reducing upfront costs to zero with bank loans.

"After these subsidies and loan facility, people can install solar systems without any upfront expense. – Manjinder Singh Sirsa"

New Delhi, May 20

Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Tuesday unveiled a series of new initiatives under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta.

Sirsa announced that as part of the Surya Ghar Scheme, households installing solar systems up to 3 kW will now receive a total subsidy of Rs 1.08 lakh--Rs 78,000 from the Central Government and an additional Rs 30,000 from the Delhi Government.

"Under the Prime Minister Surya Ghar Scheme, households installing solar systems of up to 3 kW received a subsidy of Rs 78,000. Now Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced an additional Rs 30,000 subsidy from the Delhi government for the same. Earlier, citizens had to spend Rs 90,000 for a 3 kW solar unit installation."

This can be done with a minimal interest loan from bank after the tie-up that Delhi government is going to do... After these subsidies and loan facility, people can install solar systems without any upfront expense... In fact, even after paying EMIs, families can save around Rs 4,200 per month on electricity bills...

In addition to promoting clean energy, the Delhi Government has ramped up its efforts to tackle air pollution. Sirsa announced the deployment of Anti-smog guns.

"Additionally, to tackle pollution, Delhi government has approved the deployment of 70 mechanical road sweepers, 210 water sprinklers and anti-smog guns capable of cleaning trees up to 30 meters high. These will be used on PWD roads," said.

"Recognising the need beyond PWD areas, the Chief Minister has also sanctioned 250 sprinklers and anti-smog guns for roads under the Municipal Corporation of Delhi," he added.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Finally some good news! The subsidy makes solar installation almost free. My electricity bill is ₹6000/month in summers - this will be life changing for middle class families like mine. Hope the loan process is simple 🤞
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Priya M.
Great initiative but implementation is key. Last time there were so many middlemen taking cuts in solar schemes. Government should have transparent online application with real-time tracking. Also, what about maintenance support?
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Amit S.
₹4200/month savings sounds too good to be true. Does this account for Delhi's frequent cloudy days in winter? Still, combining this with anti-smog guns shows government is serious about pollution. Good steps! 👍
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Neha T.
What about housing societies? Most Delhi residents live in apartments where roof space is shared. Individual subsidies won't help unless there's policy for collective solar installations. Hope they consider this aspect.
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Vikram J.
Finally some action on both energy and pollution fronts! The anti-smog guns near schools would be most beneficial. As for solar, I just hope the approved vendors don't jack up prices knowing about the subsidy.
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Sunita R.
Good scheme but Delhi government should also educate people about solar maintenance. Many neighbors got panels under previous schemes but don't know how to clean them properly. Awareness campaigns would help maximize benefits.

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