Overview

• The Delhi Cabinet has approved an additional Rs 30,000 subsidy for 3 kW rooftop solar systems, complementing the central PM Surya Ghar Yojana's Rs 78,000 subsidy.
• Residents installing solar panels can now access zero upfront cost financing through bank tie-ups, with projected monthly savings of Rs 4,200 per household.
• The subsidy structure includes Rs 10,000 per kilowatt for up to 3 kW systems and Rs 10,000 for 1 kW installations.
• The government also sanctioned the procurement of anti-smog guns, litter machines, mechanical road sweepers, and water sprinklers to combat urban air pollution.
• These measures align with India's broader renewable energy and sustainability goals, building on earlier solar initiatives and addressing air quality ahead of peak smog season.