SAKSHAM 2026 Campaign Launched to Promote Fuel Conservation

Punjab Governor and Administrator of Chandigarh Gulab Chand Kataria has highlighted the importance of public participation in conserving petroleum and natural gas, calling them valuable national resources. His message was read out at the inaugural function of SAKSHAM 2026, a nationwide fuel conservation campaign, held in Chandigarh.

Focus on Energy Awareness and Sustainability

The fortnight-long SAKSHAM 2026 campaign is being organised by the oil industry from February 1 to February 15 to generate mass awareness on the judicious use of petroleum products. According to Gulab Chand Kataria, responsible energy consumption is critical not only for economic growth but also for environmental sustainability. He emphasised that awareness initiatives like SAKSHAM can influence behavioural change among citizens.

Campaign Activities Across Punjab and Chandigarh

Awareness activities under SAKSHAM 2026 will be conducted across the state of Punjab and the Union Territory of Chandigarh. The inaugural programme was jointly organised by state-level coordinators of oil companies operating in both regions. Students, officials, and prominent citizens participated actively, reflecting a community-driven approach to energy conservation.

Call to Reduce Import Dependence

Finance Secretary-cum-Secretary Transport, Chandigarh Administration, Diprava Lakra, attended the event as chief guest. Addressing the gathering, he urged students and citizens to adopt fuel-saving practices. He underlined that reducing petroleum consumption would help lower India’s dependence on imports and conserve foreign exchange, thereby strengthening national energy security.

Important Facts for Exams

• SAKSHAM is a national campaign focused on fuel and gas conservation.
• Petroleum conservation helps reduce import dependence and save foreign exchange.
• Oil PSUs play a key role in public awareness initiatives.
• Energy efficiency is linked to both economic growth and environmental sustainability.

Oil PSUs Lead Multi-Sector Outreach

State-level coordinators from Indian Oil, Hindustan Petroleum, Bharat Petroleum, and GAIL outlined initiatives planned across transport, industrial, agricultural, and domestic sectors. A pledge to conserve petroleum products was administered, a street play was staged to spread awareness, and a mobile van carrying fuel-saving messages was flagged off to reach the wider public.