Delhi Police Implements Fuel-Saving Measures for Vehicle Usage
Pool vehicles, trim VIP convoys: Delhi Police’s fuel-saving memo

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The Delhi Police has issued a memorandum mandating the rationalization of vehicle use to reduce fuel consumption, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent appeal. Key directives include encouraging public transport for commuting, pooling vehicles for official duties, and minimizing VIP convoy sizes while maintaining security protocols.
- 01Delhi Police personnel are encouraged to use public transport for commuting when feasible, especially those at police headquarters.
- 02Pooling of dak motorcycles and two-wheelers is mandated for essential official work to optimize vehicle deployment.
- 03Video conferencing is recommended for routine meetings to minimize unnecessary travel.
- 04VIP/VVIP convoy sizes must be reduced while ensuring security and protocol requirements are met.
- 05Supervisory officers are tasked with monitoring fuel consumption and ensuring vehicles are maintained to prevent wastage.
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In a bid to conserve fuel and reduce unnecessary expenditure, the Delhi Police has issued a memorandum directing personnel to rationalize vehicle usage. This initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent appeal for fuel conservation. The memo encourages officers, especially those stationed at locations with metro and public transport access, to utilize public transport for daily commuting whenever possible. Additionally, police motorcycles and two-wheelers will be pooled for essential work only, and personnel are advised to carpool for official duties. Routine meetings should be conducted via video conferencing to avoid unnecessary travel. The memo also outlines a significant reduction in the size of VIP/VVIP convoys, stressing that security units must ensure only essential vehicles are deployed. All supervisory officers are responsible for monitoring fuel consumption, maintaining logbooks, and ensuring vehicles are in good condition to prevent fuel wastage. This includes regular servicing and maintenance checks. The memo further emphasizes the need for energy conservation by controlling electricity usage in police facilities.
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These measures are expected to lead to significant fuel savings and reduced operational costs for the Delhi Police, ultimately benefiting taxpayers.
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