Overview

• DMRC issued a tender to select a Solar Power Developer to build a grid‑connected captive solar plant integrated with a Battery Energy Storage System anywhere in India.
• The contracted supply would deliver 500 million units of renewable electricity each year to DMRC’s operational network across Delhi and the National Capital Region.
• DMRC currently procures about 350 MUs from Rewa Solar Park and generates roughly 40 MUs from rooftop systems, equating to around 33% of total use and nearly 65% during daytime operations.
• The project targets commissioning within 15 months from the award date under a 25‑year power purchase agreement, with the bidding conducted per approved government norms.
• Officials say surpassing 60% renewable power would make DMRC the first Indian metro to source a majority of its electricity from clean energy, aligning with India’s Panchamrit climate goals.