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MP High Court Judge Cycles to Court in Jabalpur, Backs PM Modi’s Fuel-Saving Appeal

Madhya Pradesh High Court judge Justice D.D. Bansal cycled three kilometers from his official residence to the court in Jabalpur on Tuesday, supporting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to reduce fuel consumption. His security personnel also accompanied him on bicycles instead of the usual official convoy. Justice Bansal said cycling has been a part of his life since childhood and that he felt no discomfort despite the summer heat. The gesture comes amid criticism over VIP convoy fuel wastage, with Energy Minister Pradyuman Singh Tomar also opting for an e-scooter in Bhopal.

Key Points: MP HC Judge Cycles to Court, Backs PM’s Fuel-Saving Appeal

  • Justice D.D. Bansal cycles 3 km from Civil Lines to MP High Court
  • Security personnel also accompany on bicycles instead of official convoy
  • Judge cites PM Modi’s appeal to reduce petrol consumption
  • Energy Minister Pradyuman Singh Tomar also uses e-scooter in Bhopal
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MP HC Judge D.D. Bansal cycles to court in Jabalpur, backs PM's fuel-saving appeal

Justice D.D. Bansal cycles 3 km to Madhya Pradesh High Court, supporting PM Modi’s call to reduce fuel consumption. His security team also joins on bicycles.

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to the public to reduce their consumption of petrol. Consequently, I decided to commute from my bungalow to the High Court on a bicycle. - Justice D.D. Bansal"

Jabalpur/Bhopal, May 12 In a symbolic gesture supporting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to reduce fuel consumption, Madhya Pradesh High Court judge, Justice D.D. Bansal, rode a bicycle from his official residence to the High Court in Jabalpur on Tuesday, setting an example amid growing concerns over fuel usage and environmental conservation.

Justice Bansal cycled three kilometres from the Civil Lines area to the High Court in the scorching summer heat. What made the scene more striking was that his security personnel also accompanied him on bicycles instead of the usual official convoy.

Typically, when a High Court judge travels through the city, traffic movement is regulated and a pilot vehicle escorts the official car. Judges of the Madhya Pradesh High Court generally commute in official or personal vehicles from their residences in Civil Lines to the court premises.

However, Tuesday morning presented an unusual and widely discussed sight as Justice Bansal chose a bicycle over a car.

Later, speaking to news reporters, Justice Bansal said he was inspired by the Prime Minister's repeated appeal to citizens to minimise petrol and diesel consumption.

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to the public to reduce their consumption of petrol. Consequently, I decided to commute from my bungalow to the High Court on a bicycle," he said.

He further stated that cycling has always been a part of his life and that he did not face any inconvenience while travelling to court.

"Cycling is nothing new to me. During my childhood, I used to cycle to school. Even now, I cycle regularly on Dumna Road. I have also cycled within the city with the Chief Justice of the Madhya Pradesh High Court, Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva," he added.

Rejecting the notion that judges cannot commute by bicycle, Justice Bansal remarked, "It is hot, so there may be some minor inconvenience, but cycling is beneficial. I experienced absolutely no discomfort while covering the distance from Civil Lines to the High Court."

His gesture comes at a time when large political convoys and VIP vehicle movements often draw criticism over fuel wastage.

While in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh Energy Minister Pradyuman Singh Tomar also opted for an e-scooter instead of a large vehicle while travelling to the state ministry in Bhopal on Tuesday.

- IANS

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Sneha F
What a wonderful example! Just yesterday I saw a minister's convoy with 10 cars blocking traffic for 2km. Meanwhile, a High Court judge cycles to work with his security team on bicycles. This is the kind of India we need—where leaders lead by example. PM Modi's fuel-saving appeal makes sense, but it's actions like this that really drive the message home. 🌱
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Rohit L
Nice gesture, but let's be real—one judge cycling won't solve India's fuel crisis or pollution problem. What about the thousands of cars used by babus and politicians daily? This is just photo-op stuff. Even the security personnel cycling alongside him—they probably had to park their own bikes and then go back to their regular duties. Actions > symbolism, please.
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Kavya N
Loved this! Justice Bansal ji is a true role model. In Jabalpur's summer heat, cycling is not easy, but he did it with a smile. Our judges often live in ivory towers, but this shows humility and connection with common people. Also, glad to see the Energy Minister Tomar using an e-scooter—small steps can lead to big changes! 🇮🇳
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Rahul R
Meanwhile, politicians traveling in bulletproof convoys for a 500m distance will continue to burn fuel like there's no tomorrow. But kudos to Justice Bansal for setting a personal example. If even 10% of our public figures did this, we'd save crores in fuel costs and reduce pollution. The real test is whether this becomes a trend or just a one-day news item.
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