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Delhi Eases Solar Installations on Farmland
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.
Delhi government removes 'Change in Land Use' requirement for elevated solar systems on farmland.
Farmers can now generate solar power while continuing agricultural activities.
The move aligns with Delhi's and India's renewable energy and Net Zero goals.
Simplified process reduces delays and enables dual-use land productivity.
Farmers can monetize surplus power through Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission's regulations.
- Who
- Delhi Power Minister Ashish Sood and the Delhi government
- What
- Removed the requirement for 'Change in Land Use' for elevated solar systems on farmland
- Where
- Delhi, India
- When
- January 22, 2026
- Why
- To promote renewable energy, decentralised power generation, and align with Net Zero goals
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.”
thehindubusinessline.com
“Farmers will be able to generate power through elevated solar installations while continuing agricultural activities on the same land.”
thehindubusinessline.com





