Asia • 2026-05-13 17:48

Odisha's Chief Minister Reduces Convoy Size Amid Oil Crisis

The Hindu reports that Odisha's Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, has reduced the number of vehicles in his convoy by half as part of a national initiative to conserve oil during a crisis affecting West Asia. Responding to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for controlled use of oil, Majhi advised people to prioritize public transport over private vehicles.

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