Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta traveled by the Delhi Metro and a DTC bus on May 18, 2026 [1], to reach the Secretariat.
The initiative, titled "Metro Monday," aims to lower traffic congestion and pollution in the capital. By abandoning official vehicles for public transit, the city leadership seeks to encourage citizens to shift away from private cars to improve urban air quality.
Gupta's commute included a ride on the metro system and a DTC feeder bus to complete the journey to her office [2]. Two other ministers accompanied her during the trip [5]. The campaign is designed to promote fuel conservation and aligns with a broader appeal from Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the reduction of fuel consumption [3].
The move comes as Delhi continues to struggle with chronic traffic gridlock and seasonal smog. By utilizing the existing transit infrastructure, the administration intends to demonstrate the viability of public transport for high-ranking officials, a move intended to normalize the practice for the general public [4].
Officials said the campaign focuses on the environmental benefits of mass transit. The use of the metro and bus network is intended to reduce the number of internal combustion engine vehicles on the road during peak morning hours [6].
“Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta traveled by the Delhi Metro and a DTC bus on May 18, 2026”
This initiative represents a symbolic effort to address Delhi's systemic infrastructure challenges. By linking local transport habits to national fuel-conservation goals, the administration is attempting to leverage leadership visibility to drive behavioral changes in a city where private vehicle dependency contributes significantly to severe air pollution and traffic delays.
