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Noida Authority Slashes Fuel Use by 20% Following PM Modi's Austerity Call

The Noida Authority has reduced daily fuel consumption of all official vehicles and machinery by 20% in response to PM Modi's call for austerity. The decision was made by the CEO of Noida Authority to comply with appeals from PM Modi and Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath for fuel conservation. This move comes amid the global energy crisis triggered by West Asia conflict and rising crude oil prices. PM Modi earlier urged citizens to reduce fuel dependence and adopt sustainable alternatives like public transport and electric vehicles.

Key Points: Noida Authority Cuts Fuel Consumption by 20%

  • Noida Authority cuts fuel consumption of official vehicles by 20%
  • Decision follows PM Modi's call for austerity and national interest
  • Move comes amid global energy crisis and rising crude oil prices
  • PM Modi made seven appeals for fuel conservation and sustainable alternatives
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Noida authority cuts fuel consumption of official vehicles by 20% amid PM Modi's call for austerity

Noida Authority reduces daily fuel use of official vehicles by 20% amid PM Modi's austerity call and global energy crisis.

"In the national interest, the Chief Executive Officer, Noida has decided to reduce the daily fuel consumption of all light/heavy vehicles... - Noida Authority official statement"

Noida, May 15

The Noida Authority on Friday decided to reduce daily fuel consumption of all light and heavy vehicles and machinery operated under it by 20 per cent in view of the ongoing energy crisis and PM Modi's call for austerity in the national interest.

According to an official statement, the decision was taken by the Chief Executive Officer of the Noida Authority in compliance with the appeal made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for fuel conservation in the national interest.

"In the national interest, the Chief Executive Officer, Noida has decided to reduce the daily fuel consumption of all light/heavy vehicles and machines operated under the Authority by 20% in view of austerity in compliance with the call for national interest made by the Hon'ble Prime Minister, Government of India and Hon'ble Chief Minister, Government of Uttar Pradesh," the official statement said.

The move comes amid the Centre's call for fuel conservation following the ongoing global energy crisis triggered by the West Asia conflict and rising crude oil prices.

Earlier this week, Prime Minister Modi made "seven appeals" to citizens, urging them to contribute towards economic resilience by reducing dependence on imported fuel and adopting environmentally sustainable alternatives.

Addressing a gathering in Secunderabad, the Prime Minister said patriotism today also meant responsible behaviour in daily life and appealed to citizens to reduce petrol and diesel consumption by using public transport, car-pooling and electric vehicles.

He also called upon households to reduce edible oil consumption and urged farmers to move towards natural farming practices to reduce dependence on imported chemical fertilisers.

Meanwhile, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs and the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, launched a hydrogen-powered shuttle bus service in Delhi's Central Vista area on Friday.

According to DMRC officials, the hydrogen-fuelled buses will provide environmentally friendly last-mile connectivity between metro stations and government offices in Central Vista.

The Centre on Friday also increased petrol and diesel prices by Rs 3 per litre each across the country. In New Delhi, petrol prices rose from Rs 94.77 to Rs 97.77 per litre, while diesel prices increased from Rs 87.67 to Rs 90.67 per litre.

- ANI

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Kavya N
PM Modi's seven appeals are practical and timely. As a country, we need to think long-term about energy security. Reducing fuel consumption in government vehicles is just the beginning - the real test will be in implementation and monitoring.
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Sarah B
While I appreciate the intent, 20% reduction seems ambitious. Government vehicles often have to meet tight deadlines for infrastructure projects. Hope this doesn't affect essential services like garbage collection or emergency repairs. 🤔
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Rohit L
Great to see action being taken at the local level! The hydrogen bus service in Delhi is also a promising development. But we need more transparency - how will they measure the fuel savings? And what about the thousands of private vehicles that still guzzle petrol every day?
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James A
The price hike of Rs 3 per litre hurts common people. While austerity calls are good, the government should also focus on reducing taxes on fuel which make up a huge portion of the price. Otherwise, it feels like we're being squeezed from both ends. 😕
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Vikram M
Good to see Noida Authority leading by example. PM Modi's call for fuel conservation is timely given the global energy crisis. If all government departments reduce consumption by even 10%, it will save crores of rupees annually. Hope citizens also respond positively to the seven appeals. Jai Hind! 🙏

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