Delhi Cabinet Drops a Game-Changer
In a move that could light up homes and empty electricity bills, the Delhi government has just approved a jaw-dropping subsidy for rooftop solar panels. Delhi’s Environment Minister, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, broke the news after a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The city’s residents will now get an extra ₹10,000 per kilowatt, capped at 3 kW, adding ₹30,000 more to their solar savings.
Central + State = ₹1,08,000 in Your Pocket
Here’s where it gets really exciting. The central government already gives a ₹78,000 subsidy for 3 kW solar systems under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana. With this new incentive from Delhi, the combined benefit climbs to a hefty ₹1.08 lakh. That’s right — you could go solar and save lakhs over the years, starting with a pretty sweet upfront support package.
Zero Bills, Zero Hassle
Not only will the government give you money to go solar, they’re also planning to make financing easier. According to Sirsa, Delhi will collaborate with banks to offer smooth, hassle-free loans — so you don’t need to dig into your savings. The potential savings is around ₹4,200 per month on electricity. Over a year, that’s over ₹50,000 — enough to cover your Netflix, groceries, and maybe a weekend getaway.
3 kW Is the Sweet Spot
But there’s a limit. The subsidy applies only up to 3 kW systems. Here’s the breakdown:
1 kW = ₹30,000 total subsidy
2 kW = ₹60,000
3 kW system = ₹78,000 central subsidy + ₹30,000 from Delhi = Total ₹1.08 lakh
The Centre covers 60% of the cost up to 2 kW, and 40% for the next 1 kW. Delhi’s chunk adds fuel to the fire, making it an irresistible offer for households dreaming of solar rooftops.
A Bold Leap Toward Green Power
This isn’t just a budget-friendly decision; it’s a climate-conscious one. With Delhi choking on pollution and power bills climbing, this solar push could be a turning point. Cleaner air, smaller bills, brighter rooftops — that’s the vision.
If you live in Delhi, now might be the perfect time to go solar. Put up panels today and watch your energy expenses vanish — while your bank balance climbs.