The Delhi government will invest Rs 17,000 crore over three years to strengthen the capital’s power infrastructure.

Under the capital expenditure plan, Delhi Transco and power distribution companies will upgrade transmission lines, grid substations and the distribution network to ensure reliability. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta chaired a review meeting to assess ongoing works and finalise an action plan up to 2029. Officials said Delhi’s peak electricity demand touched about 8,400 MW in 2025 and is growing by four to five per cent annually due to population growth, higher use of air conditioners, appliances and electric vehicles, with peaks in June and July. If trends continue, daily peak demand could reach 11,500–12,000 MW by 2030 and 19,000–20,000 MW by 2040.

CM Gupta said, “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 city.” The meeting also reviewed the Prime Minister’s Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme.