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Odisha CM reduces number of vehicles in his convoy by half
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Chief Minister of Odisha Mohan Charan Majhi. File. | A statement issued by Chief Minister’s Office says, “in view of the oil crisis witnessed across the world due to the situation in West Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to the citizens of the country to adopt various cost-cutting measures, particularly to reduce the use of petrol. Welcoming the PM’s appeal, Mr. Majhi has reduced by half the number of vehicles in his personal security convoy.”“Further, giving importance to the PM’s call, the Chief Minister has urged the people to minimise the use of private vehicles and instead make greater use of public transport. He has advised that vehicles should be used only when necessary and unnecessary usage should be avoided,” the statement further says.People were advised not to purchase gold and to avoid unnecessary foreign travel. Published - May 14, 2026 03:28 am IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Convoy. File | Vedhan Prime Minister Narendra Modi has significantly reduced his convoy size, sources said on Wednesday (May 13, 2026). This change was implemented during his recent domestic visit. The reduction in vehicles was done while maintaining essential security components as per the Special Protection Group (SPG) protocol.According to sources, the convoy size was reduced in Gujarat and Assam immediately after his speech in Hyderabad. PM has also asked for the inclusion of Electric Vehicles in his convoy, where possible, without doing new purchases.Sources further said that while the convoy size was reduced, all critical security components continued to remain in place in accordance with SPG guidelines to ensure the Prime Minister’s safety.“PM Modi has also directed officials to include Electric Vehicles (EVs) in his convoy wherever feasible, without making any new purchases,” sources added.The move comes in line with the Prime Minister’s “seven appeals” to citizens to contribute towards economic resilience by reducing dependence on imported fuel and adopting environmentally sustainable alternatives.Addressing a gathering in Secunderabad on Sunday (May 10, 2026), PM Modi stressed that patriotism in present times extends beyond defending the nation at the borders and includes responsible behaviour in everyday life.“Patriotism is not only about the willingness to sacrifice one’s life on the border. In these times, it is about living responsibly and fulfilling our duties to the nation in our daily lives,” the Prime Minister had said. Published - May 13, 2026 10:01 am IST
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