Gurgaon is witnessing a sharp rise in rooftop solar adoption, with nearly 7,497 applications submitted within the last five months under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.

Officials said the growing interest reflects a strong shift among urban households and residential communities toward reducing electricity expenses while adopting cleaner and more sustainable energy solutions.

According to Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam, more than 4,200 rooftop solar connections have already become operational across Gurgaon. Circle-1 recorded around 4,142 applications, while Circle-2 received approximately 3,355 applications during the period.

Authorities confirmed that thousands of rooftop systems have already been activated, with subsidies under the central government scheme also being disbursed to eligible consumers.

The trend has become particularly prominent in residential societies and urban neighbourhoods including DLF, South City, Sushant Lok, and several major sectors of Gurgaon. Housing complexes are increasingly deploying rooftop solar systems to power common infrastructure such as lifts, corridor lighting, and water pumping systems.

The Haryana government is simultaneously expanding solar adoption across public infrastructure. Officials said plans are underway to convert all government buildings, educational institutions, and registered gaushalas into solar-powered facilities by the financial year 2026–27.

The state has set a target of installing approximately 2.22 lakh rooftop solar systems by March 2027 as part of its broader renewable energy expansion strategy.

Experts believe Gurgaon’s rapid rooftop solar growth signals a broader urban transition toward decentralised energy generation, driven by rising electricity costs, subsidy incentives, and increasing awareness around sustainability and energy independence.

The expansion of rooftop solar capacity is also expected to support grid stability, reduce dependence on conventional power sources, and contribute to India’s long-term clean energy and climate goals.