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Govt officials in Rewa div to pedal to work every Tuesday

Bhopal: Govt officials in Madhya Pradesh's Rewa division have been asked — though it is voluntary — to pedal their way to work every Tuesday as part of a new initiative promoting energy conservation, clean air, and healthy living. Starting this week, 'Tuesday-Bicycle Day' should be observed across all district headquarters of the division, with officers and staff encouraged to use bicycles instead of personal fuel-powered vehicles. This directive was issued by Rewa division commissioner Babu Singh Jamod and applies to officials in Rewa, Satna, Sidhi, Singrauli, Maihar, Beohari and Anuppur. "It will be observed from Aug 5 onwards. However, we are not forcing it; it is voluntary, but we will try and encourage that maximum people follow it. It has dual benefits, one of being socially responsible and the other is personal health benefits. Cycles have disappeared from homes, and people have lost that habit. Once the cycles are there, apart from one day a week for office, people could also develop the habit of using them, thus improving their health," Jamod told TOI. In an official communication dated Aug 1, the commissioner cited rising fuel consumption, worsening pollution levels, and growing health concerns as the driving factors behind the move. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Most Beautiful Female Athletes Right Now Undo "Increasing dependence on personal vehicles is not only impacting fuel reserves and the national economy but also harming air quality and public health. Bicycles offer a sustainable and healthier alternative," the order noted. Officials who cannot cycle due to distance or health reasons, or the female employees, have been asked to use e-scooters or public transport, while pooling of official vehicles has been suggested for those on field visits, the order said.