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IN PHOTOS: Delhi CM, BJP leaders hop on metro after PM Modi’s call for fuel conservation

Updated On: 18 May, 2026 08:11 PM IST | Tarun Verma

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and senior BJP leaders, including Manoj Tiwari, travelled by Delhi Metro to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. The initiative was part of the “Mera Bharat, Mera Yogdan” campaign promoting public transport and eco-friendly mobility (Pics/X)

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CM Rekha Gupta, along with BJP leaders, marks the first ‘Metro Monday’ to promote public transport use. Pic: X

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CM Rekha Gupta, along with BJP leaders, marks the first ‘Metro Monday’ to promote public transport use. Pic: X
CM Gupta took a metro ride to promote public transport and fuel conservation amid rising fuel prices

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CM Gupta took a metro ride to promote public transport and fuel conservation amid rising fuel prices

During the journey, she was seen interacting with fellow passengers and encouraging the use of public transport

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During the journey, she was seen interacting with fellow passengers and encouraging the use of public transport

Meanwhile, in a bid to promote eco-friendly transportation, the parking charges for electric vehicles in Connaught Place have been reduced by 50 per cent

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Meanwhile, in a bid to promote eco-friendly transportation, the parking charges for electric vehicles in Connaught Place have been reduced by 50 per cent

The Delhi CM shows her metro ticket and card for the camera

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The Delhi CM shows her metro ticket and card for the camera

On May 11, PM Modi reiterated his appeal for reduced fuel consumption and greater use of public transport and electric vehicles. He also urged citizens to defer gold purchases amid the ongoing West Asia crisis, which has caused large-scale disruptions

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On May 11, PM Modi reiterated his appeal for reduced fuel consumption and greater use of public transport and electric vehicles. He also urged citizens to defer gold purchases amid the ongoing West Asia crisis, which has caused large-scale disruptions

Gupta urged Delhi residents to use the metro, DTC buses, or carpooling where possible as part of the "Mera Bharat Mera Yogdan" public participation campaign to support national interest.

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Gupta urged Delhi residents to use the metro, DTC buses, or carpooling where possible as part of the "Mera Bharat Mera Yogdan" public participation campaign to support national interest.

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