Law Updates

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Summary: On 16 July 2026, the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) issued the Second Amendment to its Net Metering Guidelines. Those of you who have gone through the rooftop solar installation process in Delhi know all too well how difficult it was. There was always so much paperwork involved, and physical meetings were a must. The DERC Net Metering Guidelines 2026 change that. This amendment empowers small domestic consumers by removing fees and streamlining steps, making rooftop solar more accessible and less daunting. This article breaks down what changed, why it changed, and what it means