New Delhi/IBNS, May 14 -- The Government of Delhi on Thursday announced a series of fuel-saving measures, including two days of work from home each week for government employees, a weekly no-car day and a greater shift to virtual meetings.

The steps follow Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent appeal to citizens to reduce unnecessary fuel consumption and adopt what he described as responsible spending practices.

Two-day WFH every week

Under the new policy, all Delhi government employees will work from home for two days a week.

The government also said that 50 percent of official meetings will be conducted online to reduce travel and cut fuel use.

Officials added that the Delhi government and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi will st...