Install rooftop solar panels and get zero electricity bills: CM announces new policy

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Last Updated31/01/2024

Delhi Chief Minister unveiled the Delhi Solar Policy-2024
under the policy, consumers installing solar power panels on their rooftops will be given generation-based incentives.

According to the government, around 20% of Delhi’s electricity consumption will come from solar power by 2027.
The government will spend ₹570 crore for the implementation of the policy.
The Chief Minister said the scheme would help cut households’ power bills to zero if their electricity consumption is below 200 units a month after adjusting against the electricity they generate.

Solar Park Scheme: The Solar Park Scheme plans to build a number of solar parks, each with a capacity of nearly 500 MW, across several states.
Rooftop Solar Scheme: The Rooftop Solar Scheme aims to harness solar power by installing solar panels on the roof of houses.
National Solar Mission: It is a major initiative of the Government of India and State Governments to promote ecologically sustainable growth while addressing India's energy security challenge.
SRISTI Scheme: Sustainable rooftop implementation of Solar transfiguration of India (SRISTI) scheme to promote rooftop solar power projects in India.
International Solar Alliance: International Solar Alliance is an action-oriented, member-driven, collaborative platform for increased deployment of solar energy technologies.
Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM): The PM-KUSUM scheme was launched by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) to support installation of off-grid solar pumps in rural areas and reduce dependence on grid, in grid-connected areas.