Delhi makes Aadhaar mandatory for power subsidy as bill crosses ₹4,000 crore

Delhi government has made Aadhaar identification mandatory for consumers to avail benefits of its power subsidy scheme amid a rise in power subsidy bill borne by the exchequer. According to official figures, by February 2026, Delhi government's allocation for power subsidy reached ₹4,037.63 crore. Under the scheme, consumers are provided 200 units of electricity per month free of cost.