India, May 24 -- In a step towards creating a pollution-free environment, Utkal University in Bhubaneswar has started restricting the entry of petrol and diesel vehicles into its campus every Saturday.

The initiative was launched following the advice of Odisha Governor and University Chancellor Hari Babu Kambhampati. Every Saturday, fuel-powered two-wheelers and four-wheelers will be barred from entering the campus between 9 am and 5 pm.

The university administration has installed banners at the main gate carrying messages of the initiative.

Security arrangements have been tightened at the main entrance to enforce the new rule. Five security personnel have been deployed to stop petrol and diesel vehicles from entering the campus.

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