The ministry has confirmed that non-DCR modules cannot be used in Component C projects, except where the LoA was issued on or before March 31, 2024. This condition applies even to developers who choose to forgo central financial assistance.The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy clarified that the relaxation allowing the use of non-DCR modules for solar projects under Component C of the PM KUSUM program applies only to projects that had letters of award (LoA) issued on or before March 31, 2024. All LoAs issued after that date, irrespective of the bid submission date, must comply with the domestic content requirement (DCR) norms.