Fuel Savings Appeal Sparks Debate: Karnataka Deputy CM Criticizes Impracticality

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent call for fuel savings and postponement of gold purchases, questioning its practicality. Highlighting the challenges faced by citizens planning weddings or sacred ceremonies, Shivakumar urges the PM to lead by example, asking BJP leaders to adopt public transport first.

In a pointed critique, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar questioned the practicality of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent call for fuel conservation and postponement of gold purchases.

Addressing the practicality of such measures, especially for individuals planning weddings or sacred ceremonies, the Congress state chief underscored the challenges faced by ordinary citizens.

Shivakumar urged PM Modi to lead by example, advising BJP leaders and central government officials to first adopt public transport and reduce fuel consumption.