In a unique initiative to reduce vehicular emissions and promote eco-friendly transportation, Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar rode a motorcycle to the airport in Karnal to mark "car-free" Tuesday. This effort came as part of Khattar's announcement on September 1 that every Tuesday would be observed as a "car-free" day in Karnal.
The video footage captured the chief minister riding a motorcycle along with his security team. Later in the video, he can be seen heading towards his helicopter at the airport. In a social media post, Khattar emphasized the importance of public cooperation in achieving goals like "Car Free Day" and making Haryana "Drug-free."
"I also made a small effort to reduce car traffic today by traveling to Karnal Airport by bike on 'Car Free Day.' I hope that the aware people of the state will take this message forward and inspire people to give up their cars 'just for one day,'" he added.
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The first "car-free" Tuesday, observed on September 5, garnered significant support. Numerous officials from the Karnal administration extended their backing to the initiative by adopting eco-friendly modes of transportation. Karnal's deputy commissioner Anish Yadav and superintendent of police Shashank Kumar walked approximately 3 kilometers to their respective offices, while several employees chose bicycles for their commute.
Under this initiative, government officials are required to travel by bicycle on Tuesdays, and specific non-motorized zones have been identified where motorized vehicles are not permitted. Chief Minister Khattar had also pledged to ride a bicycle if he visited Karnal on a Tuesday, demonstrating his commitment to promoting sustainable transportation practices.
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Khattar's efforts reflect the government's dedication to reducing pollution and fostering environmentally responsible habits among citizens.
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