In response to mounting criticism from consumers and the renewable energy sector, the Maharashtra government has established a committee to evaluate the electricity duty imposed on rooftop solar (RTS) users. This decision, formalized through a government resolution on April 21, 2026, aims to reassess the existing duty structure as decentralized power generation gains traction across the state. Currently, the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) levies electricity duty on total consumption, which includes fixed charges, energy charges, and reliability charges. However, the rapid increase in rooftop solar installations, spurred by both central and state subsidies, has disrupted traditional electricity usage patterns. Following a recent ruling by the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission allowing grid support charges for rooftop systems above 10 kW, the government is now considering whether the electricity duty should also apply to these charges. The committee will conduct a thorough assessment of the financial, technical, and policy implications of the proposed duty on emerging energy consumption models. Additionally, MSEDCL has suggested a Grid Support Charge of ₹1.96 per unit on surplus solar power consumed for common services in residential complexes, which could significantly elevate annual electricity costs for housing societies. This proposal has elicited strong reactions from stakeholders in the renewable energy sector and consumer advocacy groups.