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JP Nadda Slashes Convoy Size by Half After PM Modi’s Fuel Appeal

Union Health Minister JP Nadda reduced his convoy size by nearly half following PM Modi’s ‘seven appeals’ for responsible fuel consumption amid the West Asia crisis. Amit Shah and several BJP-ruled state CMs, including Yogi Adityanath and Rekha Gupta, implemented similar measures. PM Modi earlier cut his own convoy and urged citizens to reduce petrol and diesel use via public transport and EVs. He emphasized that patriotism includes responsible living and conscious consumption in daily life.

Key Points: JP Nadda Cuts Convoy by Half After PM Modi’s Appeal

  • JP Nadda halves convoy vehicles amid fuel crisis
  • Follows PM Modi’s ‘seven appeals’ for responsible consumption
  • Amit Shah, Yogi Adityanath, Rekha Gupta also reduce fleets
  • PM urges use of public transport, carpooling, EVs
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Union Minister JP Nadda reduces convoy size to nearly half following PM Modi's 'seven appeals' amid West Asia crisis

Union Minister JP Nadda reduces convoy size following PM Modi’s ‘seven appeals’ for responsible fuel use amid West Asia crisis. Amit Shah & other CMs follow suit.

"Patriotism is not only about the willingness to sacrifice one's life on the border. In these times, it is about living responsibly and fulfilling our duties to the nation in our daily lives - Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, May 13

Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Wednesday reduced the size of his convoy to nearly half following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "seven appeals" for responsible fuel consumption amid the West Asia crisis.

According to sources, the reduction in the number of vehicles in the Health Minister's convoy has been implemented while maintaining all mandatory security arrangements.

The development comes after Union Home Minister Amit Shah also reduced the size of his convoy to less than half following Prime Minister Modi's "seven appeals" focused on responsible energy consumption and economic resilience.

Earlier, the Prime Minister had significantly reduced the size of his own convoy during recent visits to Gujarat and Assam while retaining all essential Special Protection Group (SPG) security protocols. Sources said the change was implemented immediately after the Prime Minister's speech in Hyderabad, where he urged citizens to reduce dependence on imported fuel and adopt environmentally sustainable practices.

In another step aimed at sustainability, PM Modi also directed officials to include electric vehicles in his convoy wherever feasible, without making any fresh purchases.

The Prime Minister's appeal has triggered similar measures across several BJP-ruled states. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed an immediate 50 per cent reduction in the fleet of vehicles used by the Chief Minister, ministers and officials. He also urged ministers, MPs and MLAs to use public transport one day a week.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced that she, along with her Cabinet colleagues and government officials, would use the minimum number of vehicles required and prioritise carpooling and public transport.

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav also announced that there would be a minimum number of vehicles in his convoy and appealed to citizens to increasingly use public transport.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma instructed officials and public representatives to avoid unnecessary convoy vehicles, while Maharashtra mandated prior approval for ministers seeking to use government aircraft for travel.

Addressing a gathering in Secunderabad earlier this week, Prime Minister Modi said patriotism today also includes responsible living and conscious consumption.

"Patriotism is not only about the willingness to sacrifice one's life on the border. In these times, it is about living responsibly and fulfilling our duties to the nation in our daily lives," PM Modi had said.

He also urged citizens to reduce petrol and diesel consumption by using public transport, car-pooling and electric vehicles wherever possible.

- ANI

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Sneha F
Good step but I hope this isn't just for show. The real test will be if they maintain this practice even when cameras aren't around. Also, why does a health minister need such a large convoy in the first place? Security is important but there's so much wastage.
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Michael C
As someone who works in the energy sector, this is a smart move. India imports over 85% of its crude oil. Any reduction in consumption, even by government convoys, adds up. I just wish they'd extend this to all central and state government departments, not just top ministers.
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Kavya N
Living responsibly is real patriotism—well said PM Modi! If our leaders set an example on fuel conservation, common people will follow. I've already started carpooling with colleagues after hearing this appeal. Small steps make a big difference! 🇮🇳
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Rajesh Q
It's good to see state CMs also following suit. But I'm curious—will they also reduce the number of official vehicles for lower-level bureaucrats? The real wastage is often at district and block levels where officials travel in a cavalcade for small meetings. Hope this trickles down.
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Arjun K
This is a great initiative! I was in Delhi recently and saw the traffic chaos caused by VVIP convoys. Reducing convoy sizes not only saves fuel but also reduces inconvenience for common people. Win-win situation. I hope opposition leaders also take similar steps. 🙏

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