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Telangana Governor to reduce convoy size following PM Modi's austerity call
Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla announced a 50% reduction in his convoy following Prime Minister Modi's austerity call. He said he had already reduced convoy numbers after taking office and urged other leaders to follow suit to save foreign exchange and raise public awareness.
Why It Matters
The move signals adherence to the national austerity drive and could influence other state leaders to cut convoy sizes, potentially setting a precedent for cost-saving measures in governance.
Timeline
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Governor to cut Lok Bhavan convoy by 50% and urge others to follow suit
May 14, 2026
He announced that Lok Bhavan will cut its convoy's vehicle strength by 50% and said he would urge the Chief Minister to direct Cabinet colleagues and officials to adopt similar measures; he appealed to all political leaders in the State to reduce avoidable vehicles in their convoys.
Governor says convoy had already been reduced after assuming office
May 14, 2026
Shiv Pratap Shukla said he had already reduced the number of vehicles in his convoy after assuming office in Telangana.