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Delhi Eases Solar Installations on Farmland

Delhi Eases Solar Installations on Farmland
Delhi allows elevated solar systems on farmland, says land use change no longer needed · thehindubusinessline.com

The Delhi government has made it easier to install solar panels on farmland.

Before, farmers needed special permission to change how their land was used.

Now, they don't need this permission anymore.

This means farmers can grow crops and produce solar energy at the same time.

The government says this will help farmers earn more money and support India's goals for clean energy.

The solar panels will be elevated, so they won't get in the way of farming.

The government worked with different departments to make this change happen.

Key facts

Date
January 22, 2026
Minister
Ashish Sood
Land Use Change
No longer required
Act
Delhi Land Reforms Act of 1954
Key Benefit
Dual-use land productivity
Regulatory Body
Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission
Government Goal
Net Zero and renewable energy

Quotes

Ashish Sood

Delhi Power Minister

“For too long, Delhi's energy potential was trapped in a years-old legislative maze. While the rest of the world moved toward decentralised energy, our farmers were stuck waiting for permissions that never came.”
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“Farmers will be able to generate power through elevated solar installations while continuing agricultural activities on the same land.”
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