Amaravati, May 13: In response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has ordered a 50% reduction in the number of vehicles used in his convoy. Ministers and VIPs have also been directed to minimize their vehicle usage.
This decision comes amid ongoing conflicts in West Asia and the potential impact of global fuel prices and fiscal pressures, as part of the broader savings measures announced by the Prime Minister. During a review meeting with the Director General of Police (DGP) and senior intelligence officials, the Chief Minister instructed that the number of vehicles accompanying him during district tours should be halved immediately.
Naidu has urged ministers, public representatives, and other dignitaries to limit the use of government vehicles and exercise restraint in line with the Prime Minister’s appeal. He directed officials to ensure that the 50% reduction in vehicle usage is implemented at all levels, emphasizing that every decision should consider the broader national interest.
The Chief Minister stated that the state government is considering several additional measures to promote fuel conservation and spending discipline. These proposals will be discussed in detail at the upcoming state cabinet meeting on Thursday, after which further policy decisions will be announced.
Meanwhile, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi has also halved the number of vehicles in his personal security convoy. An official statement from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) indicated that Majhi has urged the public to reduce the use of private vehicles under the fuel conservation campaign and to utilize public transport for travel. He also appealed to citizens to avoid unnecessary purchases of gold and refrain from unnecessary foreign travel.
Following PM Modi‘s decision to reduce the size of his convoy, several Chief Ministers and ministers from states including Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Delhi, and Maharashtra have announced similar reductions in their vehicle fleets.