Government Unveils a Comprehensive Roadmap to Meet Delhi’s Rising Power Needs

Focus on Making Power Supply Reliable and Sustainable: CM Smt. Rekha Gupta

A Strong Power System Is Essential to Transform the Capital into a ‘Viksit Delhi’

New Delhi, 31 December 2025 : The Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta has said that a robust, reliable and future-ready power management system is vital to make the national capital developed, self-reliant and environmentally friendly. She stated that, keeping in mind the rising electricity demand, the Delhi Government is taking firm and far-sighted steps to strengthen the transmission and distribution systems.

₹17,000 crore to be spent over three years

A high-level review meeting on the power sector was recently held under the chairpersonship of Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta. The meeting included a detailed discussion on ongoing works in the power sector and the action plan up to the year 2029. Power Minister Shri Ashish Sood, senior officials of the Power Department, Delhi Transco Limited (DTL), and representatives of all the DISCOMs in the capital were present.

The Chief Minister was informed that a capital expenditure plan of approximately ₹17,000 crore will be implemented in Delhi over the next three years. Under this plan, DTL and the DISCOMs will strengthen transmission lines, grid sub-stations and the distribution network. The Chief Minister said that the objective of these investments is not merely to add new capacity, but to ensure uninterrupted, safe and high-quality power supply in every part of the capital.

Electricity demand growing by 4 to 5 percent annually

It was informed in the meeting that Delhi’s peak power demand is rising steadily. In 2025, the capital’s peak electricity demand has already reached around 8,400 MW. On average, Delhi’s electricity demand is increasing by 4 to 5 percent every year, primarily due to population growth, higher use of air conditioners and other electrical appliances, and the adoption of electric vehicles. It was also clarified that peak demand in Delhi is usually recorded during the summer months, particularly in June and July.

According to long-term projections, if current trends continue, Delhi’s peak power demand could reach 11,500 to 12,000 MW by 2030. In the longer-term scenario, this demand is estimated to rise to around 19,000 to 20,000 MW by 2040. The Chief Minister said that the government is viewing this growing demand not as a challenge but as an opportunity, and is aligning the power system with future requirements so that there is no pressure on electricity supply even by 2029.

Directions to accelerate the Surya Ghar Scheme

The meeting also included detailed discussions on the Prime Minister’s Surya Ghar: Free Electricity Scheme. The Chief Minister said that solar energy is a key pillar of Delhi’s clean energy future. She emphasised the need to make the scheme more attractive and citizen-friendly, and issued directions to expedite the installation of rooftop solar systems on government buildings.

She also stated that the government will launch a comprehensive public awareness campaign to take the benefits of solar energy to the masses. The Chief Minister directed DTL and the distribution companies to further improve last-mile power supply, ensure quick restoration in case of faults, and minimise inconvenience to consumers.

Proposal to install infrastructure beneath flyovers

The Chief Minister was also informed that the process of installing solar panels on agricultural land is being simplified to promote clean energy generation. She said that this initiative will accelerate Delhi’s energy management and help reduce dependence on conventional energy sources.

The meeting also considered better utilisation of unused and underutilised land. The Chief Minister directed the DISCOMs to seriously study the feasibility of installing distribution infrastructure beneath flyovers and at other suitable locations, so that the power system can be made more efficient despite land constraints. She also instructed that, in view of gaps in distribution infrastructure across various Assembly constituencies, basic infrastructure development works should be completed in mission mode in all areas.

Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta said that the Delhi Government’s goal is not only to meet current requirements, but also to make the capital an ideal model of a reliable, sustainable and consumer-centric power system in the years to come. She called upon all concerned agencies to adopt global best practices, strengthen coordination, and ensure timely completion of all projects.

The Chief Minister reiterated that her government is fully committed to strengthening, modernising and making Delhi’s power system environmentally responsible in order to effectively realise the vision of a ‘Viksit Delhi’. In this direction, the Delhi Government is continuously taking concrete steps to ensure a safe and sustainable energy future for generations to come.