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.
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