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Delhi targets 500 MW rooftop solar capacity by 2027: Minister Ravinder Indraj

New Delhi, Oct 30 (UNI) Delhi’s Minister for Social Welfare and Cooperation Ravinder Indraj has stated that the government is working towards achieving 500 MW of rooftop solar capacity from the existing 250 MW by 2027.
Addressing a gathering during the session of the Eighth General Assembly of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) held at Kilokari, here today, the Minister said that Delhi Government is actively working to simplify subsidy procedures and provide faster connections under the PM Surya Ghar- Muft Bijli Yojana.
Noting that Delhi, home to millions of families, witnesses peak power demand exceeding 8,000 MW during summers, the Minister said that despite these challenges the Delhi Government has ensured reliable electricity supply across the city, extending even to the remotest villages.
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