India

Delhi to Give Free Rooftop Solar Panels to 2.3 Lakh Households

Published: 1 September 2026 · 1 min read

What Happened

The Delhi Cabinet has approved a revised Solar Policy under which 2.3 lakh households consuming up to 400 units of electricity a month will get free 3-kW rooftop solar systems. The government aims to complete installations by March 2027, with beneficiaries paying no upfront cost and receiving free maintenance for five years.

Key Takeaways

The Delhi Cabinet has approved a revised Solar Policy under which 2.3 lakh households consuming up to 400 units of electricity a month will get free 3-kW rooftop solar systems. The government aims to complete installations by March 2027, with beneficiaries paying no upfront cost and receiving free maintenance for 5 years.

Sources

India Today, India TV