Director General Banshidhar Tiwari Arrives at Office on Bicycle in Dehradun, Promotes ‘No Vehicle Day’ Initiative

May 16, 2026

Dehradun: Typically, senior officials issue orders but rarely adhere to them personally. However, Banshidhar Tiwari Uttarakhand’s Additional Secretary to the Chief Minister, Director General of information and Vice Chairman of the MDDA, broke this mould on Saturday by leaving his luxury official vehicle behind and arriving at the office on a bicycle. The objective of this initiative was not merely to reach the office but to convey a strong message regarding energy conservation, environmental protection, and responsible governance.

Not Just Orders: Setting a Personal Example

It is often observed that discussions regarding “No Vehicle Days” or environmental conservation remain confined solely to meetings and government files. However, the Director General of information has proven that change must always begin with oneself. By personally walking the path he has consistently urged his officers and employees to follow, he has set a compelling example today.

An Appeal to Embrace Public Transport and Carpooling

This initiative was undertaken in alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for energy conservation and the directives issued by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. The Director General of information has appealed to all officers and employees to utilize alternatives such as public transport, carpooling, or cycling for their daily commute to the office.

An Inspiration for Society

In a rapidly growing city like Dehradun where traffic congestion and pollution have emerged as major challenges such a step taken by a senior official holds significant weight. This is not merely an administrative initiative; it serves as an inspiration for the entire society, conveying the message that our small, individual efforts lay the foundation for monumental change.