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Fadnavis orders ministers take flight only with CMO approval as Modi pushes fuel austerity
India
Published on 12 May 2026
Even short air trips now need written clearance
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis has directed state ministers to seek formal clearance from the CMO before any air travel, aiming to cut fuel use and government spending. The move follows West Asia energy supply disruptions tied to ongoing conflict there, and aligns with PM Narendra Modi’s broader austerity push. Ministers must now follow a tighter approval process for official trips.
- Maharashtra ministers must get CMO clearance before flying
- The decision targets reduced fuel consumption and spending
- West Asia energy disruptions are cited as the trigger
- The directive aligns with PM Modi’s austerity push
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