Green energy push: Delhi CM highlights 5-fold increase in incentive to instal solar power units

IANS May 12, 2025 494 views

Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has dramatically increased solar power incentives for residents, offering up to Rs 78,000 for home solar installations. The government is aggressively pushing green energy initiatives, including plans to launch 2,080 electric buses and transform public infrastructure. Her announcement highlights a comprehensive strategy to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable urban development. The solar incentive program is part of a broader mission to create a 'Viksit Delhi, Viksit Bharat' (Developed Delhi, Developed India).

"Adoption of clean energy is a focus area for the government" - Rekha Gupta, Delhi CM
Green energy push: Delhi CM highlights 5-fold increase in incentive to instal solar power units
New Delhi, May 12: The Delhi government has raised the incentive for installation of solar power plants in homes by five-fold and residents can get up to Rs 78,000 for units generating up to 3 KW, said Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday.

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- Solar power incentives increased to Rs 78,000 for residential 3 KW units

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Government targeting zero electricity bills for public buildings

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Delhi aims to launch 2,080 electric buses this year

Speaking at the foundation stone laying ceremony for a 500 KV Solar Energy Plant at the Delhi Legislative Assembly, CM Gupta said, "Adoption of clean energy is a focus area for the government and the government wants to utilise every public building for generate green energy."

CM Gupta praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the 'Surya Ghar Yojana' which has made the incentives for residential solar power generation more lucrative.

Pointing to the peak demand in the city hovering around 8,000 MW, she called upon people to join the solar revolution and help the city march towards 'Viksit Delhi, Viksit Bharat'.

The Delhi government is offering incentives to residential complexes for adopting solar energy, she said, urging residents to do their bit for the country while soldiers play their role by fighting the enemy on the front.

She said the Delhi government has also sanctioned Rs 100 crore to rid the city of overhead high-tension wires.

Referring to efforts being made to fight vehicular pollution, the CM said, "We will come out with an EV policy to give incentives and encourage private vehicle owners to use these pollution-free vehicles."

The recent launch of the new fleet of green mid-sized Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector (DEVI) buses is a major step towards revolutionising the national Capital's public transport sector, countering pollution and providing last-mile connectivity to users of the Metro, she said.

The government plans to launch 2,080 electric buses this year, she said.

The Chief Minister said she had allotted Rs 9,000 crore in the Budget for speeding up the adoption of EVs and promised to boost the charging infrastructure and arrange facilities at bus depots.

She also complimented Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta for steps taken to make the legislative business paperless.

The new solar-power unit at the Assembly is expected to result in zero electricity bills, generating estimated savings of approximately Rs 15 lakh per month, while making it the country's first fully solar-powered legislature.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This is a fantastic initiative! 👏 With Delhi's terrible air quality, solar energy adoption should be mandatory for all govt buildings. Hope they extend these incentives to small businesses too. The Rs 78,000 subsidy will really help middle-class families go green.
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the solar push, the government should first fix Delhi's power distribution system. My area has 6-8 hour cuts daily. Solar is good but what about battery storage solutions? The subsidy should cover that too.
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Amit S.
Great move! But implementation is key. Last time solar subsidies were announced, the paperwork was nightmare. Hope they've simplified the process. Also, 2080 electric buses is ambitious - hope they don't end up like the odd-even scheme which showed little impact.
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Neha T.
Finally some concrete steps! 🌞 The Rs 15 lakh/month savings at Assembly shows solar makes economic sense. My housing society has been considering solar - this incentive might just push us to take the plunge. Kudos to both state and central govt for working together on this.
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Sanjay V.
Good initiative but what about maintenance costs? Solar panels need regular cleaning in Delhi's dusty environment. Also, most Delhi homes have limited roof space - how will this work for dense urban areas? The policy needs more details.
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Kavita R.
As a teacher, I'm excited to see if schools can benefit from this. Imagine if every govt school in Delhi had solar power - would set a great example for next generation! Hope they include educational institutions in the scheme. Our future depends on such green steps.

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