Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs press release · 15 May 2026 · pibtracker filter

Shri Tokhan Sahu Commutes to Office on Bicycle, Urges Citizens to Support Fuel Conservation Drive

PRID2261556 MinistryMinistry of Housing & Urban Affairs Released15 May 2026 Reading8 min

Every Drop of Fuel Saved Safeguards India’s Future and Pride : Shri Tokhan Sahu Posted On: 15 MAY 2026 7:25PM by PIB Delhi Shri Tokhan Sahu, Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs, today cycled 3 kilometres from his residence to Sankalp Bhawan in support of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation, sending a strong message of sustainable urban mobility, environmental responsibility, and service to the nation. Speaking on the occasion, Shri Sahu said that the Prime Minister’s appeal to revive Covid-era practices such as work from home, online classes, virtual meetings, and reduced consumption of petrol and diesel is both timely and relevant in the present uncertain global circumstances. He stated that such measures are in the larger national interest and that it is the duty of every responsible citizen to contribute towards this collective effort as a service to the nation. Shri Sahu emphasized that fuel conservation is not merely an economic necessity, but also an environmental responsibility and a collective national duty that can strengthen the country during challenging times. “Every litre of fuel saved contributes to the nation’s larger interest. At a time when the country is collectively working towards sustainability and self-reliance, citizens can make a meaningful contribution through small but conscious lifestyle changes,” he said. Shri Sahu further highlighted that Union Ministers and senior leaders have already begun reducing their convoys by 50 percent, following the example set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He noted that leadership through personal action sends a powerful message and inspires wider public participation. Giving a broader message of public participation and patriotism, Shri Sahu remarked, “Every pedal towards conservation is a step towards national service, and every drop of fuel saved safeguards India’s future and pride.” Appealing to the public to actively participate in the movement, he urged citizens to reduce the consumption of petrol and diesel by increasingly adopting public transport, electric buses, cycling, and carpooling wherever possible. **** SK (Release ID: 2261556) Visitor Counter : 383 Read this release in: Urdu , हिन्दी , Tamil , Telugu Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs Shri Tokhan Sahu Commutes to Office on Bicycle, Urges Citizens to Support Fuel Conservation Drive Every Drop of Fuel Saved Safeguards India’s Future and Pride : Shri Tokhan Sahu Posted On: 15 MAY 2026 7:25PM by PIB Delhi Shri Tokhan Sahu, Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs, today cycled 3 kilometres from his residence to Sankalp Bhawan in support of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation, sending a strong message of sustainable urban mobility, environmental responsibility, and service to the nation. Speaking on the occasion, Shri Sahu said that the Prime Minister’s appeal to revive Covid-era practices such as work from home, online classes, virtual meetings, and reduced consumption of petrol and diesel is both timely and relevant in the present uncertain global circumstances. He stated that such measures are in the larger national interest and that it is the duty of every responsible citizen to contribute towards this collective effort as a service to the nation. Shri Sahu emphasized that fuel conservation is not merely an economic necessity, but also an environmental responsibility and a collective national duty that can strengthen the country during challenging times. “Every litre of fuel saved contributes to the nation’s larger interest. At a time when the country is collectively working towards sustainability and self-reliance, citizens can make a meaningful contribution through small but conscious lifestyle changes,” he said. Shri Sahu further highlighted that Union Ministers and senior leaders have already begun reducing their convoys by 50 percent, following the example set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He noted that leadership through personal action sends a powerful message and inspires wider public participation. Giving a broader message of public participation and patriotism, Shri Sahu remarked, “Every pedal towards conservation is a step towards national service, and every drop of fuel saved safeguards India’s future and pride.” Appealing to the public to actively participate in the movement, he urged citizens to reduce the consumption of petrol and diesel by increasingly adopting public transport, electric buses, cycling, and carpooling wherever possible. **** SK (Release ID: 2261556) " /> Shri Tokhan Sahu, Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs, today cycled 3 kilometres from his residence to Sankalp Bhawan in support of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation, sending a strong message of sustainable urban mobility, environmental responsibility, and service to the nation. <img alt="" src="https://static.pib.gov.in/WriteReadData/userfiles/image/IMG-20260515-WA0013HA93.jpg" style="height:400px; width:600px" /> <img alt="" src="https://static.pib.gov.in/WriteReadData/userfiles/image/IMG-20260515-WA00142URE.jpg" style="height:400px; width:600px" /> Speaking on the occasion, Shri Sahu said that the Prime Minister’s appeal to revive Covid-era practices such as work from home, online classes, virtual meetings, and reduced consumption of petrol and diesel is both timely and relevant in the present uncertain global circumstances. He stated that such measures are in the larger national interest and that it is the duty of every responsible citizen to contribute towards this collective effort as a service to the nation. Shri Sahu emphasized that fuel conservation is not merely an economic necessity, but also an environmental responsibility and a collective national duty that can strengthen the country during challenging times. “Every litre of fuel saved contributes to the nation’s larger interest. At a time when the country is collectively working towards sustainability and self-reliance, citizens can make a meaningful contribution through small but conscious lifestyle changes,” he said. Shri Sahu further highlighted that Union Ministers and senior leaders have already begun reducing their convoys by 50 percent, following the example set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He noted that leadership through personal action sends a powerful message and inspires wider public participation. Giving a broader message of public participation and patriotism, Shri Sahu remarked, “Every pedal towards conservation is a step towards national service, and every drop of fuel saved safeguards India’s future and pride.” Appealing to the public to actively participate in the movement, he urged citizens to reduce the consumption of petrol and diesel by increasingly adopting public transport, electric buses, cycling, and carpooling wherever possible.   **** SK " /> var mPlayer = document.getElementById("background_music"); var mPlayAction = document.getElementById("playbutton"); var isPlaying = false; function playAudio() { mPlayer.play(); isPlaying = true; document.getElementById('stopA').style.display = "block"; document.getElementById('playA').style.display = "none"; } function pauseAudio() { mPlayer.pause(); isPlaying = false; document.getElementById('playA').style.display = "block"; document.getElementById('stopA').style.display = "none"; } //function HandleAudio() { // if (isPlaying == true) { // //Playing already Pause it // pauseAudio(); 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