AP CM Naidu Slashes Convoy Size by 50%+ on Modi’s Fuel Conservation Plea

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s push for austerity found a swift champion in Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. On Thursday, Naidu’s convoy shrank from 12 vehicles to four, embodying over 50% reduction in fuel-heavy travel.

Directing officials Wednesday, Naidu mandated the cut to combat rising fuel demands amid West Asian turmoil. His Thursday commute to the cabinet meeting showcased the new reality: a compact four-vehicle procession from Undavalli to the secretariat.

Official releases affirm Naidu’s ongoing adherence to this model. He implored ministers and MLAs to mirror the effort, sparking immediate compliance. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan posted videos of his reduced convoy, linking it explicitly to PM’s appeal and global petroleum risks.

Minister Nara Lokesh halved his own fleet to two cars, while others followed. Naidu’s public Wednesday speech decried convoy culture as wasteful, pushing for intelligent security that prioritizes necessity.

This leadership initiative extends beyond government: Naidu encouraged statewide fuel thriftiness. With ministers aligning quickly, Andhra Pradesh exemplifies how top-down action can foster broader conservation amid international uncertainties.