Delhi Assembly to Shine with Solar Power: A First in India

In a pioneering move, the Delhi Assembly is set to become the first legislative body in India to operate completely on solar energy. Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena, alongside Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Speaker Vijender Gupta, laid the foundation stone for a new 500-kW solar power plant on Monday.

Scheduled for completion within 45 days, the new installation will replace the old 200-kW system, enabling the Assembly to eliminate electricity bills and promote eco-friendly practices. The project is expected to save Rs 1.75 crore annually through zero electricity bills, according to the Assembly Secretariat.

Saxena announced the Delhi Development Authority's backing of future green initiatives, while Gupta underlined the government's commitment to expanding solar energy use across Delhi. The ambitious project promotes the city's transition towards sustainability and supports the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.

(With inputs from agencies.)