The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar organised a cycle rally from its campus at Argul to Jatni with the help of the Petroleum Conservation Research Association (PCRA) and the Oil and Gas Corporation on Saturday.
A contingent of about 700 students, faculty and staff members participated in the 10-km rally and sensitized masses about the conservation and efficient use of petroleum products for better health and environment and securing availability of oil and gas for future generations.
Prof RV Raja Kumar flagged off the rally at 8 am. At the outset, the Director had pledged oaths to participants. The General Manager of the Oil and Gas Corporation was present, among others.