CSJMU Pushes Energy Conservation Measures After PM Modi’s Appeal on Fuel Responsibility

Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University has introduced a series of energy conservation and sustainable transportation measures across its campus following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal for austerity and responsible resource use amid the ongoing crisis in West Asia.

A day after the Prime Minister urged citizens and institutions to adopt cautious consumption practices in view of global geopolitical tensions and potential energy disruptions, Vice-Chancellor Vinay Kumar Pathak issued official guidelines aimed at reducing fuel usage and encouraging environmentally responsible practices within the university.

According to the university order, senior officials including the Registrar, Finance Officer, Controller of Examinations and other administrative authorities will now use e-carts or electric vehicles for official duties inside the campus. The move is intended to promote cleaner mobility solutions while reducing dependence on conventional fuel-powered transport within the institution.

The university administration has also directed faculty members, officers and staff to prioritise public transport and Metro services while attending meetings or events within Kanpur city. In addition, departments have been encouraged to conduct as many meetings as possible through online platforms to minimise unnecessary travel and fuel consumption.

Under the new guidelines, university-owned fuel-powered vehicles will be reserved only for essential duties and meetings taking place outside the city limits. The administration said the measures are part of a broader effort to promote sustainability, energy efficiency and responsible institutional practices during a period of international uncertainty affecting global fuel markets.

Vice-Chancellor Vinay Kumar Pathak appealed to all faculty members, officers and employees to comply strictly with the directives with immediate effect, signalling the university’s intention to position itself as a model for environmentally conscious campus governance.

The initiative reflects a growing trend among educational institutions to incorporate sustainability and resource conservation into daily administration, particularly as concerns over climate change, fuel dependency and global geopolitical instability increasingly influence institutional policy decisions.