Delhi Ministers Drive Fuel Conservation: A Turn Towards Sustainability
In response to PM Modi's appeal, Delhi ministers are adopting sustainable practices like using metro and electric vehicles, holding virtual meetings, and conserving electricity. The 'Mera Bharat, Mera Yogadan' initiative is driving these efforts, aiming to cut fuel consumption amid rising global oil prices and geopolitical tensions.
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Following an appeal from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reduce fuel consumption, Delhi ministers are shifting to sustainable practices, including the use of metro and electric vehicles. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and her team are leading this initiative to promote energy saving and alternative transportation methods across the city.
Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa and PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh are championing these efforts by personally using public transport and electric options to demonstrate their commitment to fuel conservation. The government has also reduced the official convoy size, aiming to lessen fossil fuel dependency.
The 'Mera Bharat, Mera Yogadan' initiative calls on citizens to adopt sustainable lifestyles and support the government's conservation drive, encouraged by virtual meetings and reduced use of electricity and private vehicles. This comprehensive approach aims to foster transformative change in response to global crises affecting energy costs.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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