Chandigarh, May 19: In response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation amid a global energy crisis, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini took to cycling on Tuesday. He rode his bicycle to the rainwater-filled Sukhna Lake and then embarked on his morning walk.
A government spokesperson reported that during his walk, CM Saini engaged with the public and spread the message of “Healthy India, Healthy Haryana.”
The spokesperson added that CM Saini urged the public to support PM Modi’s call for conservation. He also called on the opposition to collaborate in fulfilling the vision of a “Developed India.”
He mentioned that in Haryana, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) have been issued to conserve fossil fuels, tailored to meet the needs of the administration.
The Chief Minister further stated, “We have decided to adopt options like virtual meetings and ‘work from home’.”
Last week, he initiated a significant move by reducing the number of vehicles in his convoy by half to save fuel, protect the environment, and promote balanced resource usage. The spokesperson noted that only essential vehicles were retained for safety reasons.
CM Saini has also committed to working one day a week without using any vehicle. He urged public representatives and officials to set an example and convey a positive message to society.
He instructed all ministers and departmental officials to ensure limited vehicle usage during travel.
The Chief Minister appealed to officials and the general public to participate in this fuel-saving campaign by maximizing the use of public transport.
He emphasized that energy conservation is the responsibility of every citizen. He stated that if everyone makes small efforts, it can significantly contribute to both fuel savings and environmental protection.
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