Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has reduced his convoy from 13 to eight vehicles. The move follows an appeal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on fuel conservation. It comes after media reports highlighted large motorcades used by newly appointed officials in the state.
Mohan Yadav announced the reduction in the size of his official convoy. The change aligns with calls for austerity measures among public officials.
The decision follows reports that highlighted large vehicle convoys accompanying newly appointed chairpersons of corporations and boards in Madhya Pradesh. Specific examples included Saubhagya Singh Thakur and Rakesh Singh Jadoun during their assumption of office.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had appealed for reduced vehicle use to conserve fuel. The step by the chief minister reflects efforts to implement such measures at the state level.
