Amid the growing global oil crisis triggered by the situation in West Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently appealed to citizens to reduce unnecessary expenses, especially petrol consumption, and adopt fuel-saving practices.
Responding to the Prime Minister’s call, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has decided to reduce the number of vehicles in his official convoy by half.
CM Reduces Official Carcade
In a significant move aimed at promoting fuel conservation, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has reportedly cut down the size of his personal security convoy by 50 percent.
The decision comes as part of a broader effort to support the Centre’s appeal for responsible fuel usage during the ongoing global energy crisis.
Appeal to Citizens to Use Public Transport
The Chief Minister has also urged people across Odisha to reduce dependence on private vehicles and increasingly use public transport whenever possible.
He advised citizens to avoid unnecessary vehicle usage and use cars only for essential purposes. According to the Chief Minister, such collective efforts can help conserve fuel and reduce pressure caused by the global oil situation.
Call for Responsible Spending
Apart from fuel conservation, Mohan Majhi also appealed to people to control unnecessary expenses during the current economic uncertainty.
He advised citizens to avoid unnecessary foreign travel and spend cautiously, including limiting non-essential purchases such as gold.
Fuel Conservation Becomes National Focus
The appeal from Prime Minister Narendra Modi has led to several governments and leaders across the country taking visible steps toward fuel conservation.
From reducing official convoys to promoting electric vehicles and public transport, governments are increasingly focusing on energy-saving measures in response to rising global oil concerns.