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Rajasthan CM Slashes Convoy Size Following PM Modi’s Fuel Appeal

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has decided to reduce the number of vehicles in his convoy to save fuel. This follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for national resource management amid tensions in West Asia. The state government has issued guidelines to cut unnecessary vehicle usage by officials and public representatives. Sharma also urged reducing the number of programs to lower petrol and diesel consumption.

Key Points: Rajasthan CM Reduces Convoy After PM Modi’s Fuel Appeal

  • Rajasthan CM cuts convoy vehicles to save fuel
  • Follows PM Modi's appeal on national resource management
  • Officials urged to avoid unnecessary vehicle use
  • Move comes amid West Asia fuel supply tensions
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Rajasthan CM decides to reduce convoy size following PM Modi's appeal

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma cuts convoy vehicles to save fuel, following PM Modi’s call for national resource conservation amid West Asia tensions.

"I have myself decided to reduce the number of vehicles in my convoy. - Bhajanlal Sharma"

Jaipur, May 13

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Wednesday said that the state government has issued special guidelines to promote the conservation of petrol and diesel, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal on national resource management.

Addressing the media here, Sharma said the Prime Minister's appeal on various national issues has had a positive impact across the country, and Rajasthan is also taking steps in the same direction.

He said the government has decided to reduce fuel consumption by cutting down unnecessary usage of vehicles by officials and public representatives.

"I have myself decided to reduce the number of vehicles in my convoy. All officials and public representatives in the state will also ensure economy in vehicle usage and avoid unnecessary deployment of vehicles," the Rajasthan CM said.

"Programs should also be reduced in number to save petrol and diesel consumption," Sharma said, adding that the move is aimed at supporting national efforts toward energy conservation.

The move comes amid growing concerns over fuel supply and rising energy challenges due to tensions in West Asia.

Earlier, PM Modi, while addressing a gathering in Secunderabad on Sunday, urged citizens to prioritise work from home, cut fuel consumption, avoid foreign travel for a year, adopt Swadeshi products, reduce cooking oil use, shift to natural farming and curb gold purchases.

He stressed the need to reduce dependence on imports and said every household should cut down on edible oil consumption and move towards natural farming to help save foreign currency and protect the environment.

Highlighting the burden of fertiliser imports, the Prime Minister said India spends a significant amount of foreign exchange on importing chemical fertilisers and urged farmers to reduce their usage.

To combat the volatility of fuel prices, PM Modi urged a shift in how India moves. He urged citizens to reduce petrol and diesel consumption by using the metro and public transport wherever available, opting for car-pooling when private vehicles are necessary, preferring railway transport for the movement of goods, and increasing the use of electric vehicles wherever possible.

- ANI

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Priya S
This is a good gesture, but I hope it's not just symbolic. Reducing programs and vehicle usage is one thing, but the real savings will come from systemic changes. What about the thousands of government vehicles that run for minor errands every day? Need stricter audits.
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Rahul R
PM Modi's appeal covers everything from fuel to cooking oil. It's a comprehensive plan. But asking people to reduce foreign travel for a year? That's a big ask for those who can afford it. Let's see how many actually follow through.
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Arjun K
Good to see a CM taking responsibility. But the PM's suggestion on natural farming and reducing fertiliser use needs more practical support. Farmers can't just switch overnight without subsidies and training. Hope the government provides that ecosystem.
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Nisha Z
If every CM and MP starts reducing their convoy sizes, we'll save crores of rupees in fuel costs. But what about the VIP culture? Reducing vehicles is a start, but we need to normalise austerity in public life. Ab hum bhi dekhna chahte hain! 😅
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Kavya N
The PM's appeal to reduce edible oil consumption is interesting. We import a lot of palm oil. But for many households, it's a staple. Maybe the focus should be on industrial use instead of asking families to change their cooking habits?
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James A

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