Gujarat Police DGP Issues Directive to Cut Fuel Use and Boost Technology Adoption The Gujarat police director general, Dr. K.L.N. Rao, convened a video conference with senior officials from all field units, city, and district police heads to outline measures aimed at optimizing resource use and reducing fuel consumption. The directive emphasizes minimizing unnecessary travel, expanding the use of technology, and ensuring efficient utilization of government resources. The meeting highlighted the need to balance operational effectiveness with cost-saving initiatives, particularly in light of rising fuel prices and the need to conserve public funds. Dr. Rao emphasized that the use of escort services and pilot support should be restricted to personnel in designated categories, ensuring that such privileges are not extended to general staff. The directive also mandates that, in routine situations, the deployment of pilots or guided vehicles be avoided, with exceptions only allowed in unavoidable circumstances. For instance, motorcycles are to be prioritized in urban areas, while four-wheelers are recommended for highway travel. This shift aims to reduce fuel expenditure while maintaining operational efficiency. The directive also addresses court-related procedures, urging officials to replace in-person briefings with telephone or other communication methods whenever possible. To further cut travel costs, the "Nyayshruti" project under the police department will facilitate online video conferencing for witness testimony and oral statements, eliminating the need for physical travel. This initiative is expected to save significant time and resources while ensuring continuity in legal proceedings.#fuel_efficiency #gujarat_police_dgp #dr_k_l_n_rao #nyayshruti_project #court_procedures
CAFE 3.0 rollout: Penalty recovery for carmakers remains a grey area Government seeks clarity on recovering hefty penalties from carmakers for missing fuel efficiency targets. With stricter norms ahead, the PMO is pushing ministries to define who evaluates, approves, and recovers the dues. Over Rs 8,800 crore in penalties have been levied for past non-compliance, yet no recovery has occurred. #seeks_clarity #grey_area #fuel_efficiency #area_Government #Government_seeks #efficiency_targets #Penalty_recovery #recovering_hefty #missing_fuel #CAFE
Amid lobbying, govt may defer fuel efficiency norms for car cos #Amid_lobbying #car_cos #defer_fuel #fuel_efficiency #efficiency_norms
