Petroleum Conservation and Research Association (PCRA) in collaboration with Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), will launch a month long awareness programme ‘Saksham-2017’ (Sanrakshan Kshamta Mahotsav) in State capital from January 16 to generate awareness among the masses about conserving petroleum products, said Raja Muni Tamrakar, State Coordinator, Oil Industry, Chhattisgarh while addressing media persons here on Saturday.
Notably, Home Minister Ramsewak Paikra and Food and Civil Supply Minister Punnulal Mohle will inaugurate the month-long awareness programme at New Circuit House.
The drive which will culminate on February 15, to be held under the theme line ‘Indhan Sanrakshan Ki Jimmedari, Jan-Gan ki Bhagidari’ with aim to create awareness amongst masses towards judicious utilisation and conservation of petroleum products along with use of energy efficient appliances and switching to cleaner fuels, Tamrakar claimed.
During the month-long exercise, workshops will be held for drivers of commercial vehicles, kids, youths, housewives, cooks etc on adopting simple fuel saving measures, he said, adding that several activities like Quiz Show, Saksham Asian Cycling Championship, Walkathons, concerts and other activities to educate on various steps for fuel conservation would be organized across the state.