Delhi had around 18000 km of road and 36000 km of foot path, but addition of 1700 cars every day and as many two wheelers, broken footpath, and on going construction on several projects made me travel a distance of 30 km in 2 and a half hours before 31st December 2015.
Present situtation
People had a top discussion in the beginning how they will do.
Today after 5 days of ODD EVEN noticed every one talking about the success and ease of this in a much positive way than i had expected.
Sharing vehicle gives
- less congestion on roads - making your journey faster.
- less fuel consumption - less pollution.
- cheaper and safer
I heard many of them, talking that they are now in contact with those who have been living near them but hardly were in touch due to their ultra busy life and if they get sometime its lost in traffic snarls and jams.
Now they are in daily touch to share not only cars but also their lifes, people are feeling more warmth in company of each other. The concept has brought everyone closer.
Not only to share the vehicle but also make them united to bring a better future for their ownself and their families.
Owning cars not only a comfort but also a status symbol now a days.... but one of my known's friend told him proudly and happily that after 2 years of buying this luxury car this is the first time 4 people are sitting in it during ODD EVEN trial.
Delhites want it to be continued what i feel after having conversation with several people, my friends from other cities are also talking about and thinking that if the same could be applied in their cities as well.
When Chief Justice of India, a doctor from Escorts Hospital and several other renowned people told that they will be either using public transport, car pooling and cycle to their office, several other had followed them.
The campaign is strengthning everyday.
No doubt - Bus Branding is also getting more queries as instead of 150 daily travel these Branded Bus will travel around 250 km a day.
Branded Bus used for shuttle service in Republic Day 2015
I wish the concept stays there for longer, and forever.
I have some more plans to help in this campaign and would be proud of doing something for my Society and family.
Will be sharing soon with all of you, and hope you will appreciate that.