Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has reduced the number of vehicles in his convoy following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for fuel conservation, official sources said here.
“He has reduced the number of vehicles in his convoy by one-third. There will now be only pilot and escort vehicles in the convoy,” a Lok Bhavan source said, without elaborating.
The source said the steps were taken after the Prime Minister called for a reduction in petrol and diesel consumption.
According to official details, Arlekar has cut his convoy by one-third, limiting it to just pilot and escort vehicles. This move aligns with Modi’s recent initiative to reduce petrol and diesel consumption amid a global energy crisis.
The Prime Minister has urged the use of public transportation, carpooling, and electric vehicles to lessen dependency on foreign fuel and conserve resources. Arlekar’s decision reflects the growing emphasis on fuel conservation strategies at both state and national levels.
