The Delhi government has issued an advisory asking private offices and IT firms to adopt two days of work-from-home per week [1].
This initiative seeks to lower fuel consumption and reduce operational costs across the city. By limiting the number of commuters on the road, the administration aims to mitigate the economic and environmental impact of daily traffic congestion in the capital.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the measures are part of the “Mera Bharat, Mera Yogdaan” campaign [1]. The program focuses on fuel conservation and national contribution through collective civic action. Under the new guidelines, private sector employers are encouraged to allow employees to work remotely for two days each week [1].
While the remote work guidance targets the private sector, the government is implementing its own internal restrictions. Government offices will now observe a “No Car Day” once a week [2]. This requirement mandates that officials find alternative transportation, or avoid using personal vehicles on the designated day, to set a precedent for the rest of the city.
The advisory specifically highlights IT firms due to their capacity for remote operations. The administration said that shifting a portion of the workforce to home offices will lead to a measurable decrease in fuel demand [1].
These steps are part of a broader effort to integrate sustainability into the urban workspace. The government said the “Mera Bharat, Mera Yogdaan” campaign is intended to foster a culture of resource conservation among both public servants and private employees [2].
“The Delhi government has issued an advisory asking private offices and IT firms to adopt two days of work-from-home per week.”
This policy represents a shift toward institutionalizing hybrid work as a tool for public policy rather than just a corporate benefit. By linking remote work to fuel conservation and the 'Mera Bharat, Mera Yogdaan' campaign, the Delhi government is attempting to use urban mobility management to achieve environmental and economic goals.
