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'Remarkable step forward': Rajasthan Dy CM Diya Kumari on PM Modi's austerity push

By ANI | Updated: May 17, 2026 14:35 IST

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 17 : Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari on Sunday said that is the "collective ...

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Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 17 : Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari on Sunday said that is the "collective responsibility" of every one to conserve fuel to address the current geopolitical situation triggered by the West Asia crisis.

"I feel that it is the collective responsibility of all of us to address the current geopolitical situation. In a way, I view this as a global crisisone that requires us all to come together. If we collectively make an effort to conserve fuel, I believe it will make a significant difference," she told ANI.

Kumari also referred to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for austerity measures would turn out to be a "remarkable step forward" in case these are implemented in true letter and spirit.

"Our Prime Minister has also issued an appeal to the entire nation, urging us to utilise public transportation as much as possible, engage in carpooling, use bicycles, walk, and take various other measures. As public representatives, our responsibility is even greater. I believe everyone should participate to the best of their ability. PM Modi has not mandated this as a strict requirement; rather, he has offered it as a suggestion... Moreover, the measures suggested by PM Modi are inherently beneficial in every respectfor the environment, for our health, and in every other way. If we were to adopt these practices regularly, making them an integral part of our daily routine and lifestyle, it would truly be a remarkable step forward..."

Diya Kumari on Sunday traveled by Indian Railways to Ajmer and engaged in "heartfelt conversations" with fellow passengers to "understand their thoughts and experiences", mesaage on her X said.

"Embracing the inspiring call of the successful Prime Minister, the honorable Shri @narendramodi

ji for "Nation First," she added.

https://x.com/KumariDiya/status/2055895624130949605?s=20

Earlier, PM Modi urged citizens to prioritise work from home, cut fuel consumption, avoid foreign travel for a year, adopt Swadeshi products, reduce cooking oil use, shift to natural farming and curb gold purchases, while addressing a gathering.

To combat the volatility of fuel prices, PM Modi urged a shift in how India moves. He requested citizens to reduce petrol and diesel consumption by using the metro and public transport wherever available, opting for carpooling when private vehicles are necessary, preferring railway transport for the movement of goods, and increasing the use of electric vehicles wherever possible.

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