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Indore to Mark No Car Day on Sept 22, Mayor Calls for Buses, Bikes, Walking
✍️ Amar Ujala · Indore
🗓 22 Sep 2026, 09:15 AM
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Indore will observe No Car Day on 22 September to curb pollution. Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav urged residents to switch to public buses, bicycles or walking, citing past fuel savings and better air quality.
The municipal corporation of Indore has announced that 22 September will be observed as No Car Day, a civic initiative aimed at reducing vehicular emissions and promoting greener travel options. Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav addressed the public, urging them to leave their private cars at home and opt for city buses, bicycles or walking for their daily commutes.
The mayor highlighted that previous No Car Day observances have resulted in measurable fuel savings and a noticeable improvement in the city’s air quality. He emphasized that collective action on a single day can set a precedent for longer‑term behavioral change among commuters.
City officials have coordinated with the public transport department to increase bus frequency and ensure safe cycling lanes during the event. Residents are encouraged to participate actively, with the administration promising to monitor pollution levels before and after the day to assess the impact of the initiative.
No Car Day aligns with broader environmental goals set by the state and central governments, reinforcing Indore’s commitment to sustainable urban mobility. The event also serves as a reminder of the role citizens can play in combating air pollution through simple, everyday choices.
The mayor highlighted that previous No Car Day observances have resulted in measurable fuel savings and a noticeable improvement in the city’s air quality. He emphasized that collective action on a single day can set a precedent for longer‑term behavioral change among commuters.
City officials have coordinated with the public transport department to increase bus frequency and ensure safe cycling lanes during the event. Residents are encouraged to participate actively, with the administration promising to monitor pollution levels before and after the day to assess the impact of the initiative.
No Car Day aligns with broader environmental goals set by the state and central governments, reinforcing Indore’s commitment to sustainable urban mobility. The event also serves as a reminder of the role citizens can play in combating air pollution through simple, everyday choices.