The Delhi Solar Policy 2025 is a great chance for you if you live in Delhi and want to cut down on your electricity bills. Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has introduced this new policy to help families bring their electricity costs down to zero by installing solar panels at home. Even businesses and industries can expect to pay only half of their usual electricity bills. Along with saving money, you can get up to Rs 10,000 as a subsidy for installing solar panels. This policy will also help reduce pollution and keep inflation under control in Delhi.
Benefits of Delhi Solar Policy 2025
Under the Delhi Solar Policy 2025, if you install solar panels on your rooftop, the government will give cash incentives based on the electricity your panels produce. Residential users can bring their electricity bills to zero and even earn Rs 700 to Rs 900 per month through generation-based incentives. The money you invest in solar panels can be recovered in about four years. After installation, your electricity meter will be changed to a net meter that balances your power use with the solar power you generate.
For businesses and industries, the policy promises to cut electricity bills by half. This means you save much more on your operating costs while backing clean energy.
How to Install Solar Panels Under This Policy
The Delhi government will soon launch a special solar portal. On this portal, you will find a list of approved vendors. You can pick a vendor and contact them directly to get solar panels installed on your roof. The best part is that you won’t need to submit many papers or go through complicated steps.
How the Policy Works
- After installation, the electricity company (Discom) will install a net meter to measure both the electricity generated and consumed.
- Your home will first use the solar power you generate. If there is extra electricity, it will be fed back into the grid.
- If your solar panels are between 3 kW and 10 kW, you will get Rs 2 per unit credited directly to your bank account.
- These generation-based incentives will be paid for five years, making this one of the best policies in India.
Subsidy Details
The government offers a capital subsidy of Rs 2,000 per kW up to Rs 10,000 for residential users installing solar panels. This is in addition to the central government’s subsidies. Net metering makes sure your electricity bill only shows the net amount you consume after counting your solar generation. Extra electricity credits can be carried forward for up to 12 months or cashed in if unused.
Solar Panels for Government Buildings
Government buildings with rooftops over 500 square meters must install solar panels within three years. This step will help Delhi increase its solar capacity and promote clean energy across public buildings.
Government Investment and Targets
The Delhi government plans to spend Rs 570 crore on this solar policy. Its goal is to triple solar power capacity from 1500 MW to 4500 MW by March 2027. By then, about 20% of Delhi’s electricity needs will come from solar energy, making the city a leader in green energy across India.
Long-Term Savings with Solar Panels
If you install a 2 kW rooftop solar panel costing about Rs 90,000, your electricity bills will be zero. You can save around Rs 1,370 per month on your bill. Also, you’ll earn about Rs 700 per month from generation-based incentives, giving you roughly Rs 2,000 in monthly savings. Over four years, you recover your investment, and since solar panels last for at least 25 years, you enjoy free electricity for decades.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much extra income can I earn per month by installing solar panels under the Delhi Solar Policy 2025?
You can earn between Rs 700 and Rs 900 per month as generation-based incentives.
How much is the Delhi government spending to support this policy?
The government has set aside Rs 570 crore to make the Delhi Solar Policy 2025 a success.
What is the process for installing solar panels on my house?
You need to visit the upcoming solar portal, choose an approved vendor, and contact them to install your solar panels. The electricity company will then install a net meter, and you can start enjoying the benefits of the policy.
Starting your solar journey not only cuts your bills but also helps Delhi breathe cleaner air. Using solar energy is a smart and eco-friendly choice for both your home and the city.