India, May 25 -- Delhi Police personnel have started patrolling select rural pockets of Dwarka and west Delhi on bicycles, officials said on Sunday.

According to officials, the initiative aligns with the Delhi Police's recent austerity measures to reduce fuel expenses. It is also practical and often more effective than larger vehicles in narrow lanes and village roads, officials added.

Deputy commissioner of police (Dwarka) Kushal Pal Singh said bicycle patrols have begun in areas under the Baba Haridas Nagar police station. "Police teams are carrying out bicycle patrols at least thrice a day, including morning, afternoon and night hours," he said.

Officials said teams of seven to eight police personnel will conduct bicycle patrols.

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