India's Modi cuts size of convoy in austerity move — reports
Key takeaways
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly reduced the number of vehicles in his official convoy.
- The austerity push was questioned by critics who said that the prime minister embarked on roadshows after telling Indians to save up on petrol and diesel.
- Reports from ANI and PTI on Wednesday cited official sources as saying that the curbs to Modi's convoy were implemented in his recent domestic visits.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly reduced the number of vehicles in his official convoy. The reports come as Modi is making an austerity appeal to Indians. DW has the latest.
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