New Delhi, May 31 -- The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) has launched a new public awareness campaign encouraging residents to walk short distances instead of relying on motorised transport for nearby journeys. Through a social media post on X, the civic body introduced the 1KmChallenge, urging people to reconsider using autorickshaws for trips of less than one kilometre.

The campaign comes as Bengaluru continues to grapple with chronic traffic congestion, rising pollution levels and growing public health concerns. According to the GBA, even short-distance vehicle trips contribute to increased emissions and add to the burden on the city's already crowded roads.

In its message, the authority asked residents a simple question before boo...