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Bengal govt to follow PM Modi’s fuel-consumption austerity example, says CM Adhikari
The article reports Prime Minister Modi urging austerity measures to counter economic uncertainty from crude price hikes. Bengal’s CM Adhikari says the state will mirror this approach, with BJP MLAs and ministers reducing vehicle use, and a cluster of BJP MLAs arriving at the assembly in buses.
Why It Matters
The piece highlights alignment between central and state leaders on resource-saving policies and shows practical steps being taken within the Bengal BJP contingent, potentially affecting transportation logistics for lawmakers.
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BJP MLAs arrive at MLA Hostel in buses used by the assembly
May 13, 2026
A large number of BJP MLAs arrived from the MLA Hostel on Kolkata’s Kyd Street in buses used by the assembly.
Bengal BJP MLAs/ministers to use fewer vehicles
May 13, 2026
State government officials said that all Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLAs and ministers would use fewer vehicles from now on.
PM Modi urges austerity measures amid economic uncertainty
May 13, 2026
The Prime Minister on Sunday urged citizens to adopt austerity measures to help India tackle economic uncertainties from a global crude oil price hike, including car pooling, using public transport, working from home, buying less gold, and limiting foreign travel among other steps.